Richardson County, 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 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
7,797 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,578 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$96,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$533 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$499 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Nebraska
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 25
Feb 1 4 30
Mar 2 3 40
Apr 3 1 52
May 5 0 62
Jun 5 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 2 1 40
Dec 1 5 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NE State Senate District 1, NE
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Schools

Sacred Heart School
8 miles, SE • 5 star
Falls City Middle School
8 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Falls City Senior High
8 miles, SE • 3.2 star

Colleges

Peru State College
24 miles, N • 1.9 star
Highland Community College
30 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Northwest Missouri State University
47 miles, E • 2.3 star
Benedictine College
50 miles, S • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Community Medical Center, Inc
7 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Hiawatha Community Hospital
21 miles, S • 4.1 star

Airports

Lincoln Airport
74 miles, NW • 1 star
Kansas City International Airport
78 miles, S • 3.7 star
Eppley Airfield
82 miles, N • 2.8 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
85 miles, SW • 1 star