Palmer, 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
6/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- 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
446
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$54,861
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$102,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$588
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$538
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Merrick County
1
Grand Island Metro 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
Merrick County
1
Grand Island Metro Area
4
Nebraska
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 20% of residents leaning left and 76% leaning right.
Liberal (20%) (76%) ConservativeClimate
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 | 5 | 25 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 28 |
| Mar | 2 | 5 | 39 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 65 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 52 |
| Nov | 1 | 3 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 5 | 26 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Palmer Elementary School
<1 miles, NW
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Palmer Junior-Senior High
<1 miles, NW
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St Libory Elementary School
10 miles, SW
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St Paul Junior High School
11 miles, W
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Colleges
Central Community College
24 miles, SW
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York College
43 miles, SE
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Hastings College
44 miles, SW
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University of Nebraska at Kearney
57 miles, W
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Hospitals
Howard County Medical Center
11 miles, W
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Merrick Medical Center
16 miles, SE
Chi Health St Francis
21 miles, SW
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Memorial Hospital
28 miles, S
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Airports
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
18 miles, SW
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Kearney Regional Airport
52 miles, W
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Lincoln Airport
82 miles, SE
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Eppley Airfield
123 miles, E
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