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Grand Island, NE vs Seward, NE

Grand Island, NE vs Seward, NE: What the data shows

Grand Island, NE is in Grand Island, NE while Seward, NE is in Seward, NE — both in the same state. On home prices, Grand Island, NE is the more affordable option at $162,200 median — $71,500 less than Seward, NE's $233,700. WYLT rates Grand Island, NE as Good for now — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Seward, NE as Think twice — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.

Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Grand Island, NE has Low violent crime and Low property crime. Seward, NE has Low violent crime and Low property crime. On environmental risk, Grand Island, NE has Low flood risk and Seward, NE has Low flood risk.

Grand Island, NE is the more walkable neighborhood. Grand Island, NE scores 53/100 (somewhat walkable) versus Seward, NE's 26/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Grand Island, NE has the higher school rating Grand Island, NE rates 8.3/10 and Seward, NE rates 7.5/10.

CategoryGrand Island, NESeward, NE
Housing
VerdictGood for nowThink twice
Median Price$162K

Lower price

$234K
Median Rent$897

Lower rent

$921
Median Income$58K$80K

Higher income

Price VolatilityLow

More stable

Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score53/100

More walkable

26/100
Transit Score2/100

Better transit

Minimal transit
Bike Score1/100

More bikeable

N/A
Commute45 min

Shorter commute

60 min
Safety & Environment
Safety GradeAA
Violent CrimeLowLow
Property CrimeLowLow
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityGoodGood
Community
Schools8.3/10

Better schools

7.5/10
Best for
FamiliesRemote workersFirst‑time home buyers
FamiliesSmall‑town livingAffordable housing

Bottom line

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

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