Waterbury, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
82 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
1.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$105,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
51.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$181,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$650 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$483 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 6 20
Feb 1 6 25
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 2 48
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 3 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 2 1 50
Nov 1 5 35
Dec 1 7 23

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 63% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 8%

Schools

Allen High School
6 miles, W 2.8 star
Allen Elementary School
6 miles, W 2.3 star
Ponca High School
8 miles, NE 4.6 star
Ponca Elementary School
8 miles, NE 4.1 star

Colleges

Briar Cliff University
16 miles, E 2.3 star
St Luke's College
17 miles, E 2.8 star
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City
19 miles, SE 1 star
Morningside College
19 miles, E 2.3 star

Hospitals

Mercyone Siouxland
17 miles, E 2.3 star
St Lukes Regional Medical Center
17 miles, E 1.4 star
Providence Medical Center
20 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Joe Foss Field
78 miles, N 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
91 miles, S 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
111 miles, SW 1 star