Hamlet, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
17 332.4M (US)
Median Age
68.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
33.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
66.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$85,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$225 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$375 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
25.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hayes County
3
Nebraska
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Hayes County
1
Nebraska
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 27
Feb 0 4 30
Mar 1 5 39
Apr 2 2 47
May 2 0 59
Jun 2 0 69
Jul 2 0 75
Aug 2 0 73
Sep 1 0 64
Oct 2 1 50
Nov 1 4 37
Dec 0 4 27

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 10% of residents leaning left and 87% leaning right.

Liberal (10%) (88%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 93%
Hillary Clinton 5%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NE State Senate District 44, NE
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Schools

Palisade Attendance Center
7 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Wauneta-Palisade High School
8 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Wauneta Palisade Middle School
8 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Hayes Center Elementary School
14 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Mid-Plains Community College
56 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Colby Community College
70 miles, S • 1.9 star
Northwest Kansas Technical College
76 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Community Hospital
35 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Kearney Regional Airport
119 miles, E • 1 star
Hays Regional Airport
149 miles, SE • 1 star
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
158 miles, E • 1 star
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