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North Platte, NE
North Platte · Lincoln County · NE 69101
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$167K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8.4/10
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Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
ASafety
92/100
B+Schools
84/100
B+Quietness
80/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score75/100
Our Take
North Platte is a small, affordable community with solid schools and low crime, but you’ll need a car for almost everything. It’s a good fit for families or retirees who value a quiet, low‑cost life, though the lack of public transit and nightlife can feel limiting.
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The Good
- ✓excellent public schools
- ✓affordable housing and rent
- ✓low crime rate
- ✓tight-knit community
Real Talk
- !almost all errands require a car
- !limited dining and nightlife options
- !commutes to larger job centers can be long
- !bike and transit options are practically nonexistent
- $higher utility bills during winter
- $property taxes that rise gradually
- $car maintenance and insurance costs
Best For
familiesretireesremote workerssmall business owners
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
North Platte, NE
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Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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