State Senate District 8, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
42,357 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,213 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$196,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$726 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$836 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.3% 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 6 22
Feb 1 6 26
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 3 2 50
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 2 1 52
Nov 2 2 38
Dec 1 6 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 7%

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Congressional District 2, NE
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Schools

Benson West Elem School
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

University of Nebraska at Omaha
2 miles, S • 2.8 star
Clarkson College
3 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

The Nebraska Methodist Hospital
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Eppley Airfield
7 miles, E • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
49 miles, W • 1 star
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
121 miles, W • 1 star
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