Wolbach, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
274 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,438 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$56,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$442 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$363 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Greeley County
2
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

Greeley County
1
Nebraska
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) 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 0 6 23
Feb 1 6 27
Mar 2 5 37
Apr 3 2 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 3 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 2 1 50
Nov 1 4 36
Dec 1 5 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Elba Secondary School
12 miles, W · 2.8star
Elba Elementary School
12 miles, W · 2.8star

Colleges

Central Community College
35 miles, S · 1.4star
York College
56 miles, SE · 1.9star
Hastings College
56 miles, S · 2.8star
University of Nebraska at Kearney
61 miles, SW · 2.3star

Hospitals

Howard County Medical Center
13 miles, SW · 4.1star
Boone County Health Center
28 miles, E · 5star
Valley County Health System
32 miles, NW · 3.2star

Airports

Kearney Regional Airport
57 miles, SW · 1star
Lincoln Airport
93 miles, SE · 1star