Ponca, 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 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
707 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,077 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$173,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$534 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$497 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dixon County
1
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

Dixon County
1
Nebraska
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 20
Feb 1 6 24
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 3 49
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 2 6 35
Dec 1 6 22

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NE State Senate District 40, NE
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Schools

Ponca High School
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Ponca Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 4.1 star
Elk Point-Jefferson Elementary - 02
8 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Briar Cliff University
14 miles, SE • 2.3 star
St Luke's College
16 miles, SE • 2.8 star
University of South Dakota
19 miles, N • 2.3 star
Morningside College
19 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

St Lukes Regional Medical Center
16 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Mercyone Siouxland
16 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
70 miles, N • 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
97 miles, S • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
118 miles, SW • 1 star
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