Ford precinct, Nebraska
Ford precinct profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Ford precinct is a geographic entity located in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,703. The land area covers 39.68 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,703 | ±271 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.3 yrs | ±11.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 788 | ±114 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 884 | ±118 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 788 | ±114 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 96 | ±49 |
| Median Home Value | $168,600 | ±$33,681 |
| Median Gross Rent | $909 | ±$726 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,719 | ±$35,134 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,471 | ±$3,469 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 164 | ±77 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 818 | ±155 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.3% | ±7.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 35,734 (2024)
ID: 184118
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
1825 10TH ST, GERING NE 69341-2487
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | SCOTTSBLUFF, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | MORRILL, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | SCOTTSBLUFF, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | SCOTTSBLUFF, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GERING, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | GERING, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GERING, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | GERING, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 10-12 | SCOTTSBLUFF, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | SCOTTSBLUFF, NE |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Eastern Wyoming College
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College | 15.4 mi away | 3200 West C St, Torrington, WY, 82240-1699 |
3075328200
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MORRILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 119 EAST WEBSTER STREET, MORRILL, NE, 69358 |
(308) 247-2611
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Western Nebraska Community College
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College | 16.1 mi away | 1601 East 27th Street, Scottsbluff, NE, 69361-1899 |
3086353606
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MITCHELL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 1449 CENTER AVENUE, MITCHELL, NE, 69357 |
(308) 623-2222
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Summit Christian College
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College | 16.3 mi away | 2025 21st Street, Gering, NE, 69341 |
3086326933
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LYMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 313 JEFFERS STREET, LYMAN, NE, 69352 |
(308) 787-1366
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GOSHEN COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 2001 EAST A ST, TORRINGTON, WY, 82240 |
(307) 532-3411
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LIED SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 1809 3RD AVENUE, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE, 69361 |
(308) 630-6250
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GERING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 1055 P STREET, GERING, NE, 69341 |
(308) 436-7433
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MINATARE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.5 mi away | 309 MAIN STREET, MINATARE, NE, 69356 |
(308) 439-1061
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at TORRINGTON MUNI AP, WY US, located 13.2 miles from Ford precinct. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.9° | 15.6° | 28.8° | 0.23" | — |
| February | 44.0° | 17.2° | 30.6° | 0.29" | — |
| March | 53.7° | 24.7° | 39.2° | 0.66" | — |
| April | 60.9° | 31.9° | 46.4° | 1.61" | — |
| May | 70.3° | 41.7° | 56.0° | 2.53" | — |
| June | 82.9° | 51.6° | 67.2° | 2.12" | — |
| July | 90.4° | 58.1° | 74.3° | 1.73" | — |
| August | 88.1° | 55.5° | 71.8° | 0.97" | — |
| September | 79.0° | 45.4° | 62.2° | 1.10" | — |
| October | 63.6° | 32.8° | 48.2° | 1.09" | — |
| November | 50.7° | 22.3° | 36.5° | 0.26" | — |
| December | 41.3° | 15.4° | 28.3° | 0.23" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrill village | Village | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mitchell city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Henry village | Village | 6.6 mi | — |
| Lyman village | Village | 7.0 mi | — |
| Huntley CDP | CDP | 11.6 mi | — |
| Torrington city | City | 14.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3115791005. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.