Homer, NE
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
392
332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
10.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$88,125
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$140,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$510
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$556
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Dakota County
3
Sioux City Metro Area
3
Nebraska
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Dakota County
4
Sioux City Metro Area
5
Nebraska
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 21 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 25 |
| Mar | 2 | 6 | 36 |
| Apr | 3 | 2 | 48 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 50 |
| Nov | 1 | 4 | 36 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 23 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.
Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Schools
Homer High School
<1 miles, SW
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2.8
Homer Elementary School
<1 miles, SW
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4.1
St Augustine Indian Mission School
6 miles, S
Winnebago High School
6 miles, S
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2.3
Colleges
Little Priest Tribal College
6 miles, S
•
1
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City
10 miles, NE
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1
Morningside College
12 miles, NE
•
2.3
Western Iowa Tech Community College
13 miles, NE
•
1.9
Hospitals
Dunes Surgical Hospital
13 miles, N
Mercyone Siouxland
13 miles, NE
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2.3
St Lukes Regional Medical Center
14 miles, NE
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1.4
Pender Community Hospital
19 miles, SW
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4.1
Airports
Sioux Gateway Airport-Brig Gen Bud Day Field
8 miles, NE
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1
Eppley Airfield
77 miles, S
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2.8
Joe Foss Field
88 miles, N
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1.4
Lincoln Airport
103 miles, SW
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1