Wilcox, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
331 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,357 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$111,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$410 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$552 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kearney County
2
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

Kearney County
3
Kearney Urban Area
4
Nebraska
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 26
Feb 1 6 30
Mar 2 5 39
Apr 2 2 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 2 0 65
Oct 2 1 52
Nov 1 3 38
Dec 1 4 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NE State Senate District 33, NE
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Schools

Wilcox-Hildreth Elementary Sch
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Wilcox-Hildreth High School
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
Wilcox-Hildreth Middle School
7 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Axtell Elementary School
8 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

University of Nebraska at Kearney
24 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Hastings College
45 miles, E • 2.8 star
Central Community College
55 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Phelps Memorial Health Center
13 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

Kearney Regional Airport
26 miles, NE • 1 star
Hays Regional Airport
105 miles, SW • 1 star
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