Wakefield, 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
9/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
1,288
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$57,500
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$110,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$465
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$519
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Dixon 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
Dixon County
1
Nebraska
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 5 | 20 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 24 |
| Mar | 2 | 5 | 36 |
| Apr | 2 | 2 | 48 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 2 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 50 |
| Nov | 1 | 4 | 35 |
| Dec | 1 | 6 | 23 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.
Liberal (27%) (70%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 76%Schools
Wakefield Elementary School
<1 miles, W
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4.1
Wakefield High School
<1 miles, W
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3.7
Emerson-Hubbard Elementary Sch
7 miles, E
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2.8
Emerson-Hubbard High School
7 miles, E
•
2.8
Colleges
Wayne State College
8 miles, W
•
1.9
Little Priest Tribal College
20 miles, SE
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1
Nebraska Indian Community College
28 miles, SE
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1
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City
28 miles, E
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1
Hospitals
Providence Medical Center
8 miles, W
•
4.1
Pender Community Hospital
14 miles, S
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4.1
Dunes Surgical Hospital
25 miles, E
Mercyone Siouxland
28 miles, E
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2.3
Airports
Sioux Gateway Airport-Brig Gen Bud Day Field
26 miles, E
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1
Eppley Airfield
83 miles, S
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2.8
Joe Foss Field
91 miles, NE
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1.4
Lincoln Airport
98 miles, S
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1