Valentine, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
2,632 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,438 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$135,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$376 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$608 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cherry County
3
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

Cherry County
1
Nebraska
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 14% of residents leaning left and 81% leaning right.

Liberal (14%) (82%) Conservative

Climate

Monsoon-influenced hot-summer continental climate. Hot humid summers and cold dry winters driven by strong monsoonal patterns. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 4 24
Feb 1 4 27
Mar 1 6 36
Apr 2 4 45
May 3 0 56
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 3 0 73
Aug 2 0 72
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 1 2 48
Nov 1 4 34
Dec 0 4 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Valentine Elementary School
<1 miles, E · 4.6star
Valentine High School
<1 miles, E · 3.7star
Valentine Middle School
<1 miles, W · 3.7star
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Colleges

Sinte Gleska University
30 miles, N · 1star
Oglala Lakota College
92 miles, NW · 1star
Mid-Plains Community College
122 miles, SW · 1.4star
Chadron State College
124 miles, W · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Cherry County Hospital
<1 miles, E · 3.2star
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Airports

Rapid City Regional Airport
150 miles, NW · 1.4star
Kearney Regional Airport
168 miles, S · 1star
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