Tecumseh, NE

Tecumseh, Nebraska

Tecumseh, Nebraska, in Johnson county, is 38 miles SE of Lincoln, Nebraska (center to center) and 62 miles S of Omaha, Nebraska. The city is home to some 1,716 residents.

The People and Families of Tecumseh

In Tecumseh, about 57% of adults are married.

Approximately 14% of Tecumseh is non-white. If America is a melting pot of different peoples, then Tecumseh is very American.

There are more females than males in Tecumseh than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Tecumseh had a median family income of $42,337.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,004) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Tecumseh. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Tecumseh Housing

According to the 2000 census, 70% of the housing in Tecumseh was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the city as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Tecumseh, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Tecumseh, 90% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in Tecumseh let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 3%
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 5%
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 15%
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 18%

Comparative Profile of Tecumseh, NE

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

Families

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

Wealth

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

Commute & Sprawl

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

Housing

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

Crime

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

Tecumseh Almanac

Tecumseh Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

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

Tecumseh Public Libraries

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Tecumseh Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Tecumseh 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, Tecumseh, 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

Tecumseh Hospitals

JOHNSON COUNTY HOSPITAL
(Government - Local)
202 HIGH ST
(402) 335-3361
Emergency Service: Yes

Tecumseh High Schools (2004)

TECUMSEH HIGH SCHOOL
402-335-3328
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 227 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 13.6

Tecumseh Colleges

(List of All Nebraska Colleges)

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