Bertrand, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
684 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,266 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$129,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$504 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$550 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Phelps 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

Phelps County
3
Nebraska
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 13% of residents leaning left and 83% leaning right.

Liberal (13%) (84%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 26
Feb 1 5 29
Mar 2 4 39
Apr 2 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 2 0 65
Oct 2 1 52
Nov 1 3 37
Dec 1 5 27

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Bertrand Elementary School
<1 miles, S · 1.9star
Bertrand High School
<1 miles, S · 2.8star
Loomis Secondary School
7 miles, SE · 4.1star
Loomis Elementary School
7 miles, SE · 3.7star
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Colleges

Hastings College
66 miles, E · 2.8star
Central Community College
71 miles, E · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Phelps Memorial Health Center
14 miles, SE · 5star
Lexington Regional Health Center
19 miles, N · 4.1star
Kearney Regional Medical Center
31 miles, E · 3.2star
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Airports

Kearney Regional Airport
36 miles, E · 1star
Hays Regional Airport
118 miles, S · 1star
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