Richland, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
68 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$112,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$575 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$625 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Colfax County
1
Columbus Urban Area
2
Nebraska
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Colfax County
1
Columbus Urban Area
3
Nebraska
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 23
Feb 1 7 27
Mar 2 5 38
Apr 3 2 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 3 0 76
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 2 1 52
Nov 1 3 38
Dec 1 6 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NE State Senate District 23, NE
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Schools

Richland Elementary School
2 miles, N • 3.2 star
Centennial Elementary School
6 miles, W • 3.7 star
Bellwood Elementary School
7 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Concordia University-Nebraska
37 miles, S • 2.3 star
Midland University
38 miles, E • 2.3 star
La'James International College
38 miles, E • 1.4 star
Northeast Community College
43 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Columbus Community Hospital
9 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Butler County Health Care Center
14 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lincoln Airport
47 miles, S • 1 star
Eppley Airfield
69 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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