Sherman County, 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
10/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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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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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
2,974
332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$61,935
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$135,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$557
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$490
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Nebraska
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Nebraska
4
United States
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.
Liberal (32%) (64%) 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 | 5 | 28 |
| Mar | 2 | 5 | 38 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 48 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 50 |
| Nov | 1 | 3 | 36 |
| Dec | 1 | 5 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Loup City Elementary School
4 miles, NE
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Loup City High School
4 miles, NE
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Litchfield Elementary School
10 miles, W
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Litchfield High School
10 miles, W
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Colleges
University of Nebraska at Kearney
36 miles, SW
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Central Community College
39 miles, SE
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Hastings College
54 miles, S
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York College
76 miles, SE
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Hospitals
Howard County Medical Center
26 miles, SE
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Valley County Health System
27 miles, NE
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Chi Health Good Samaritan
36 miles, SW
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Kearney Regional Medical Center
37 miles, SW
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Airports
Kearney Regional Airport
34 miles, SW
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Central Nebraska Regional Airport
39 miles, SE
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North Platte Regional Airport-Lee Bird Field
89 miles, W
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Lincoln Airport
118 miles, SE
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