Shelby, NE
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
709
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
16.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$75,795
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$112,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$465
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$530
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Polk 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
Polk County
2
Nebraska
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 23 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 28 |
| Mar | 2 | 5 | 38 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 76 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 65 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 52 |
| Nov | 1 | 3 | 38 |
| 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 20% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.
Liberal (20%) (77%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 79%Schools
Shelby - Rising City High School
<1 miles, NE
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4.1
Shelby - Rising City Elementary School
<1 miles, NE
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2.3
Shelby - Rising City Middle School
<1 miles, NE
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4.1
Osceola Elementary School
6 miles, W
•
4.1
Colleges
York College
24 miles, SW
•
1.9
Concordia University-Nebraska
26 miles, S
•
2.3
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
46 miles, SE
•
2.8
College of Hair Design-Downtown
46 miles, SE
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1.4
Hospitals
Annie Jeffrey Memorial County Health Center
7 miles, W
Butler County Health Care Center
16 miles, E
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4.1
Columbus Community Hospital
18 miles, NE
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4.1
York General Hospital
23 miles, SW
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3.2
Airports
Lincoln Airport
42 miles, SE
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1
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
49 miles, W
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1
Eppley Airfield
80 miles, E
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2.8
Kearney Regional Airport
89 miles, W
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1