Rockville, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
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
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
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
180 332.4M (US)
Median Age
25.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,042 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$60,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$384 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$382 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sherman 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

Sherman County
1
Nebraska
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 25
Feb 1 6 28
Mar 2 5 38
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 3 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 2 0 63
Oct 2 1 50
Nov 1 3 36
Dec 1 5 26

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 5%

Schools

Ravenna Senior High
8 miles, SW 3.2 star
Ravenna Elementary School
8 miles, SW 2.8 star
Centura Elementary School
12 miles, SE 4.1 star
Centura Secondary School
12 miles, SE 3.2 star

Colleges

Central Community College
29 miles, SE 1.4 star
University of Nebraska at Kearney
32 miles, SW 2.3 star
Hastings College
44 miles, S 2.8 star
York College
68 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Howard County Medical Center
20 miles, E 4.1 star
Chi Health St Francis
28 miles, SE 2.3 star
Chi Health Good Samaritan
31 miles, SW 3.2 star
Kearney Regional Medical Center
32 miles, SW 3.2 star

Airports

Kearney Regional Airport
29 miles, SW 1 star
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
29 miles, SE 1 star
Lincoln Airport
110 miles, SE 1 star