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Springfield, Nebraska is 15 miles SW of Omaha, Nebraska. It is in Sarpy county. The city is part of the Omaha metro area. The population of Springfield is 1,450.
In Springfield, about 65% of adults are married. Springfield, compared to the great majority of similar-sized cities, is characterized by married couples rather than single adults. The size of households in the city is larger than most.
In 2000, Springfield had a median family income of $54,236. Springfield is one of the richer cities in Nebraska. A large stable middle class is one of the strengths of the city. There aren't a lot of poor people in Springfield.
Among Springfield political contributors, George W. Bush was favored among Presidential candidates in 2004, with $900. The Democratic party attracted the largest share of donations from the city.
Of the housing in Springfield, approximately 80% is occupied by their owners. Newer housing units are not uncommon in the city. Real estate taxes per home are higher in Springfield than most places in Nebraska.
In Springfield, 96% of commuters drive to work.
Springfield strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Nebraska):
| Category | Trophy | |
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| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 3% |  |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 4% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 12% | |
Comparing Springfield to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Nebraska (State):
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| Short Commute Times | | |
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