Fairfield Township, NE
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
481
332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
14.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$68,571
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$180,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$473
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$330
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Clay County
1
Hastings 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
Clay County
1
Hastings Urban Area
5
Nebraska
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.
Liberal (21%) (74%) ConservativeClimate
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 | 3 | 39 |
| Apr | 2 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 76 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 74 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 65 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 53 |
| Nov | 1 | 2 | 39 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Sandy Creek Elementary School
3 miles, E
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Sandy Creek High School
3 miles, E
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Clay Co Learning Center - Fairfield
3 miles, E
Sandy Creek Middle School
9 miles, NE
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Colleges
Hastings College
20 miles, NW
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Central Community College
37 miles, N
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York College
42 miles, NE
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University of Nebraska at Kearney
56 miles, NW
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Hospitals
Mary Lanning Healthcare
20 miles, NW
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Brodstone Memorial Hosp
26 miles, S
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Fillmore County Hospital
28 miles, E
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Henderson Health Care Services
30 miles, NE
Airports
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
41 miles, N
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Kearney Regional Airport
53 miles, NW
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Lincoln Airport
77 miles, E
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Salina Regional Airport
114 miles, S
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