Merriman, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
90 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$36,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$521 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$503 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cherry 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

Cherry County
1
Nebraska
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 24
Feb 0 6 27
Mar 1 8 36
Apr 2 5 46
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 3 0 74
Aug 2 0 72
Sep 2 0 62
Oct 1 2 48
Nov 1 6 35
Dec 0 6 24

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 15% of residents leaning left and 82% leaning right.

Liberal (15%) (82%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 11%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NE State Senate District 43, NE
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Schools

Martin Elementary - 03
17 miles, N • 1.9 star
Bennett County High School - 01
17 miles, N • 2.8 star
Bennett County Middle School - 06
18 miles, N • 1.9 star
Cody-Kilgore Middle School
23 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Oglala Lakota College
41 miles, N • 1 star
Sinte Gleska University
60 miles, E • 1 star
Chadron State College
66 miles, W • 2.3 star
Western Dakota Technical Institute
109 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Cherry County Hospital
59 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Rapid City Regional Airport
103 miles, N • 1.4 star
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