Shelton, 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
7/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
4/10
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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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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
1,354
332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
15.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$75,781
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$137,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$613
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$802
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Buffalo County
3
Kearney 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
Buffalo County
4
Kearney Urban Area
4
Nebraska
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 5 | 25 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 29 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 39 |
| Apr | 2 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 52 |
| Nov | 1 | 3 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 5 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 17% of residents leaning left and 78% leaning right.
Liberal (17%) (79%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 84%Schools
Shelton High School
<1 miles, SW
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3.2
Shelton Elementary School
<1 miles, SW
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2.3
Gibbon High School
7 miles, W
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2.3
Gibbon Elementary School
7 miles, W
•
1.9
Colleges
University of Nebraska at Kearney
20 miles, W
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2.3
Central Community College
20 miles, E
•
1.4
Hastings College
23 miles, SE
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2.8
York College
60 miles, E
•
1.9
Hospitals
Chi Health Good Samaritan
19 miles, W
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3.2
Kearney Regional Medical Center
20 miles, W
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3.2
Chi Health St Francis
21 miles, E
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2.3
Mary Lanning Healthcare
22 miles, SE
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4.1
Airports
Kearney Regional Airport
15 miles, W
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1
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
26 miles, E
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1
Lincoln Airport
103 miles, E
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1
North Platte Regional Airport-Lee Bird Field
105 miles, NW
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1