Schuyler, NE

Schuyler, Nebraska

Introduction to Schuyler, Nebraska

Schuyler, Nebraska, in Colfax county, is 48 miles NW of Lincoln, Nebraska and 59 miles W of Omaha, Nebraska. As of the year 2000 census, 5,371 people lived in Schuyler.

Schuyler History

Schuyler was named after Schuyler Colfax, the U.S. Vice President under Ulysses S. Grant. The city was first reached by the Union Pacific Railroad in 1866. It was a railhead and cattle loading site in its early days. Originally known as the Shell Creek Station, Schuyler received its current name in 1870. It is located in Colfax County, which was also named in Colfax’s honor.

Schuyler and nearby Attractions

• Oak Ballroom
• Colfax County Museum
• Schuyler Golf Club
• David City Golf Club
• St. Benedict Center

Things To Do In Schuyler

While in Schuyler, one can visit the Colfax County Museum in order to learn more about the city’s social and cultural history. The Oak Ballroom is a national heritage site with exquisite architecture. The Schuyler Golf Club and the David City Golf Club are popular among local golfers. Local festivals include the Knights of Columbus Spring Festival and the Schuyler Colfax Days.

Schuyler Transportation

Karl Stefan Memorial Airport is nearby.

Schuyler Higher Education

Northeast Community College, the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and Wayne State College provide facilities for higher education.

High Points

Schuyler strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Nebraska):

Category	Trophy
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 9%
Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers)	Top 11%
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 11%
Low Property Crime (vs. Peers)	Top 13%
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 18%

Comparative Profile of Schuyler, NE

Comparing Schuyler to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Nebraska (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Male Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Senior Citizens
Well-Paid Single Men
Racial Diversity
Age of the Population
Female Share of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
Walking and Biking to Work
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Schuyler Almanac

Schuyler Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Schuyler Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Nearby Cities and Towns

Schuyler Public Libraries

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Schuyler Hospitals

ALEGENT HEALTH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
(Voluntary non-profit - Church)
104 WEST 17TH ST
(402) 352-2441
Emergency Service: Yes

Schuyler High Schools (2004)

SCHUYLER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
402-352-2421
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 414 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 12.8

Schuyler Colleges

(List of All Nebraska Colleges)

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