Blue Springs, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
232 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$34,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$43,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$363 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$399 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gage County
3
Beatrice Urban Area
3
Nebraska
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Gage County
4
Beatrice Urban Area
4
Nebraska
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (61%) 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 1 4 25
Feb 1 4 29
Mar 2 3 39
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 2 2 39
Dec 1 4 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Southern Elementary School
<1 miles, NW · 1.9star
Wymore Preschool
<1 miles, SW
Southern High School
1 miles, SW · 2.8star
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Colleges

Doane University
37 miles, N · 2.3star
College of Hair Design-East Campus
41 miles, NE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Hanover Hospital
20 miles, SW
Jefferson Community Health & Life
27 miles, NW · 4.1star
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Airports

Lincoln Airport
50 miles, N · 1star
Manhattan Regional Airport
69 miles, SW · 1star
Eppley Airfield
90 miles, NE · 2.8star
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