Bloomfield Public RecordsNebraska

Bloomfield, Knox County, NE, has one public school—Bloomfield Community Schools—serving K-12, with an enrollment of about 230 students. The high school graduation rate is 98%, while around 16% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety measures are implemented, and no major incidents have been reported recently. Educational programs include advanced placement, vocational training, and extracurricular activities. The district’s overall GreatSchools rating is 6/10. Adult education options are limited locally but accessible in nearby towns.

As of the 2020 Census, Bloomfield city in Knox County, Nebraska, had a population of 986. The median age was about 53 years, reflecting an older community. Gender distribution was nearly balanced, with 49% male and 51% female residents. Racially, Bloomfield was predominantly White (96.4%), with small percentages identifying as Native American (1.5%), two or more races (1.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (1.0%).

Bloomfield, Knox County, NE has a homeownership rate of about 73%, with a median home value near $82,000 and median rent around $590 (2022 ACS). The housing stock is primarily single-family homes, with some duplexes. Neighborhoods are quiet and residential, offering affordable cost of living. Property values have seen modest growth, with prices increasing about 3% annually in recent years. Property tax rates average 1.5-1.7%, meaning annual taxes on a median-priced home are roughly $1,250–$1,400. Rentals are limited, with most residents owning their homes.

Bloomfield, located in Knox County, Nebraska, relies predominantly on personal vehicles for transportation, with about 92% of residents commuting by car and less than 1% using public transit. The average one-way commute time is approximately 18 minutes, shorter than the national average. The city lacks a formal public transit system, and infrastructure centers on well-maintained local roads and highways. Vehicle ownership rates are high, with most households owning two or more vehicles. Major employment hubs include local schools, health services, agriculture, and small businesses within the city and surrounding rural areas.

Bloomfield, located in Knox County, NE, is primarily served by Bloomfield Medical Clinic and the nearby Crofton Family Practice, with the closest hospital, Avera Creighton Hospital, 18 miles away in Creighton. Knox County, with a population of around 8,300, has approximately 13.1% uninsured residents (2021), and about 18% aged 65 or older. Common health issues include heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension. Healthcare access is challenged by rural provider shortages, with 1 primary care provider per 2,700 people. Most residents are covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or employer insurance.