Elm Creek, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
1,146 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$197,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$663 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$570 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Buffalo County
3
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

Buffalo County
4
Kearney Urban Area
4
Nebraska
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 16% of residents leaning left and 80% leaning right.

Liberal (16%) (80%) 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 25
Feb 1 5 29
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 2 2 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 3 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 2 1 51
Nov 1 3 38
Dec 1 5 27

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Elm Creek High School
<1 miles, E · 3.2star
Elm Creek Elementary School
<1 miles, E · 3.2star
Overton Elementary School
9 miles, NW · 2.8star
Overton High School
9 miles, NW · 3.7star
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Colleges

University of Nebraska at Kearney
15 miles, SE · 2.3star
Hastings College
53 miles, SE · 2.8star
Central Community College
54 miles, E · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Kearney Regional Medical Center
15 miles, SE · 3.2star
Chi Health Good Samaritan
15 miles, SE · 3.2star
Phelps Memorial Health Center
19 miles, SW · 5star
Lexington Regional Health Center
21 miles, NW · 4.1star
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Airports

Kearney Regional Airport
19 miles, E · 1star
Hays Regional Airport
130 miles, S · 1star
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