Harvard Township, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,061 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,219 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$105,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$485 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$498 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 22% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (74%) 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 4 25
Feb 1 4 28
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 2 1 52
Nov 1 2 38
Dec 1 4 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Harvard High School
3 miles, S · 3.2star
Harvard Middle School
3 miles, S · 2.8star
Harvard Elementary School
3 miles, S · 1.9star
Giltner High School
8 miles, N · 3.7star

Colleges

Hastings College
15 miles, W · 2.8star
Central Community College
21 miles, N · 1.4star
York College
31 miles, E · 1.9star
University of Nebraska at Kearney
52 miles, NW · 2.3star

Hospitals

Memorial Hospital
15 miles, NE · 3.2star
Mary Lanning Healthcare
16 miles, W · 4.1star
Chi Health St Francis
23 miles, N · 2.3star

Airports

Kearney Regional Airport
48 miles, NW · 1star
Lincoln Airport
72 miles, E · 1star
Eppley Airfield
124 miles, E · 2.8star