Bennet, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,174 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$100,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$252,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$644 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$697 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lancaster County
4
Lincoln Metro Area
4
Nebraska
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lancaster County
6
Lincoln Metro Area
6
Nebraska
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (48%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 24
Feb 1 6 29
Mar 2 4 40
Apr 3 1 51
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 2 1 53
Nov 2 2 39
Dec 1 6 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Elementary at Bennet
<1 miles, NW · 4.1star
Jr-Sr High School at Palmyra
6 miles, E · 2.8star
Moore Middle School
6 miles, NW · 4.1star
Kloefkorn Elementary
6 miles, NW · 4.6star
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Colleges

Union College
10 miles, NW · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Chi Health Nebraska Heart
6 miles, NW · 5star
Chi Health St Elizabeth
11 miles, N · 3.2star
Bryan Medical Center
11 miles, N · 4.1star
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Airports

Lincoln Airport
18 miles, NW · 1star
Eppley Airfield
53 miles, NE · 2.8star
Manhattan Regional Airport
107 miles, SW · 1star
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