Springfield, NE

Springfield, Nebraska

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.

The People and Families of Springfield

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.

Wealth and Education

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.

Political Inclinations

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.

Springfield Housing

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.

Commuting

In Springfield, 96% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
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%

Comparative Profile of Springfield, NE

Comparing Springfield 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
Well-Paid Single Women
Male Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Well-Paid Single Men
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Racial Diversity
Senior Citizens

Families

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

Wealth

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

Commute & Sprawl

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

Housing

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

Springfield Almanac

Springfield Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

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

Springfield Public Libraries

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Springfield Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Springfield residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Springfield, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Springfield High Schools (2004)

PLATTEVIEW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
402-339-3606
Serves 335 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 12.6

Springfield Colleges

(List of All Nebraska Colleges)

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