Ainsworth Community Guide - Nebraska Public Power District

Ainsworth
N E B R A S K A
“A Community with a Vision”
www.ainsworthareachamber.com
COMMUNITY
GUIDE
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C O M M U N I T Y
G U I D E
The following pages contain basic
information about Ainsworth,
Nebraska. This information was
compiled by the North Central
Development Center, City of
Ainsworth, Ainsworth Area
Chamber of Commerce, and
Nebraska Public Power District
in order to promote community
development and quality of life.
The Table of Contents and section headings are hot linked within this Community
Guide. Clicking on the section headings will return you to the Table of Contents.
ABOUT
Ainsworth
N E B R A S K A
Ainsworth is a small, rural community in the sand hills of north central
Nebraska. The community displays a friendly and inviting atmosphere,
with genuine hospitality. Ainsworth has a population of 1,662 people.
Serving as the county seat, and holding the only school in the county,
Ainsworth plays a key role in Brown County. The small town offers
many opportunities for its residents and especially its youth. Ainsworth
also has much to offer visitors as well. The small town’s central location
makes it the perfect place for vacationing or a great place to stay along
Contacts
the way.
Kristin Olson
Executive Director
North Central Development Center
Ainsworth, Nebraska 69210
Office: (402) 387-2740
Cell: (402) 760-3834
Email: ncdcdirector@gmail.com
2015 U.S. Census Population
Lisa Schroedl
City Clerk
City of Ainsworth
Ainsworth, Nebraska 69210
Office: (402) 387-2494
Email: cityofainsworth@sscg.net
Chris Raymond
President
Ainsworth Area Chamber of
Commerce
Ainsworth, Nebraska 69210
Office: (402) 387-2740
www.ainsworthareachamber.com
Mary M. Plettner, CEcD
Economic Development Manager
Nebraska Public Power District
Columbus, Nebraska 68602-0499
Phone: (402) 563-5534
Cell: (402) 750-1907
Toll Free: (800) 282-6773
Email: mmplett@nppd.com
econdev.nppd.com
Ainsworth
1,626
Brown County
2,946
Table of Contents
3Geography
19
4Economic
Development
21Education
8Labor
30Community
Services
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Market Access
11Infrastructure
16Communications
17
Tax Structure
23
Local Government
Quality of Life
32 Agriculture & Raw
Materials
34Climate
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Geography
Location
Ainsworth, the county seat of
Brown County,
is
located
in
north‑central Nebraska at the junction of
U.S. Highway 20 and State Highway 7.
Ainsworth is approximately 114 miles
south of Interstate 90; 191 miles west
of Sioux City, Iowa; 282 miles northwest
of Omaha, Nebraska; and 429 miles
northeast of Denver, Colorado.
Elevation
Ainsworth is 2,518 feet above sea level.
WYOMING
SOUTH DAKOTA
AINSWORTH
IOWA
COLORADO
MISSOURI
KANSAS
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Economic Development
Firms with retail sales tax permits in Ainsworth reported
2013 net taxable retail sales of $36,619,405, while
Brown County reported retail sales of $38,736,887.
Economic Development Organizations
The North Central Development Center (NCDC)
and the Vitalization Committee work with the city for
industrial development in the area.
NCDC assists community members in finding jobs,
housing, and funding. The NCDC also does the same
for its community and its organizations by providing
business retention and expansion, as well as writing
grants. This office also serves as an informational
center for visitors.
Daniels Manufacturing Co.
The Vitalization Committee is designated to area
development.
Brown County belongs to Central Nebraska Economic
Development District along with 16 other counties.
Approximately 500 acres in and adjacent to Ainsworth
are zoned for industry. The price of industrially zoned
land varies from $2,500 to $3,000 per acre.
Ainsworth Ready Mix
Buckley Steel Construction
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Ainsworth’s
Manufacturing Employers
Ainsworth’s Top Ten
Nonmanufacturing Employers
Employees
Employees
Daniels Manufacturing Co........................31
Agricultural equipment/livestock handling
facilities/equipment
Brown County Hospital/Ainsworth
Family Clinic..............................................91
Medical
Buckley Steel Construction......................11
CNC machine, tool and die, steel building
construction
Ainsworth Community Schools...............73
Education
Brown County............................................68
Government
Farmers Ranchers Co‑Op.........................67
Feed, farmer/ranch supplies, appliances,
auto repairs
Rolling Stone Feedyard, LLC...................47
Commercial feed yard
Ainsworth Care Center.............................38
Nursing care
Nebraska Department of Roads...............35
Government
Red & White Market...................................30
Grocery store
Cottonwood Villa.......................................23
Assisted living
H & R Food Center, Inc..............................23
Grocery store
Farmer Ranchers Co-op
H & R Food Center, Inc.
Red & White Market
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Ainsworth Flowers & Gifts
Ogden Electronics and Fitness First
Golden Steer
Needles N Pins
Pine Creek Ag
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Pizza Hut
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Plains Equipment Group
Viaero Wireless
Technologent Your Selling Team
Shopko
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Labor
Nonfarm Wage & Salary Employment,
Brown County,
2012 Annual Average
Information & Financial Activities
3.7%
Transportation, Warehousing & Utilities
Professional & Business Services
2.5%
3.8%
Other Services
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
Annual Average 2012
Brown County
3.0%
Nebraska
3.9%
United States
8.1%
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Total Government
36.1%
Goods-Producing
6.1%
2006-2011 Percent Change
Value Added Per Dollar
Manufacturing Production Worker
Wages Nebraska, Surrounding
States & U.S.
Leisure & Hospitality
6.7%
Wholesale Trade
8.0%
25.0
20.8%
20.0
Education & Health Services
9.2%
Retail Trade
18.7%
15.0
10.0
Ainsworth Labor Supply
Annual Average 2012
11.7%
10.2%
5.0
0.0
Brown &
Contiguous
Counties*
Brown
County
Non-farm wage and
salary workers.....................
3,941
1,136
Total employment................
7,362
1,818
Labor market population.....
12,033
ADDITIONAL POTENTIAL LABOR SUPPLY
County high school graduates
annually..................................................
46
Commuting out of county (2011)..............
143
Unemployed...........................................
57
Total.......................................................
246
NOTE: Does not include estimated number of homemakers, seasonal &
part-time workers, and workers who would shift from low‑paying
jobs who could be expected to work for industry.
*Contiguous counties include Blain, Cherry, Keya Paha, Loup, and
Rock Counties in Nebraska.
Fringe Benefits
Local industries estimate fringe benefits to range from
15 to 20 percent of wages.
U.S.
Surrounding
States
Nebraska
Surrounding states include data for states contiguous
to Nebraska as a group, including Colorado, Iowa,
Kansas, Missouri, South Dakota, and Wyoming.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, www.census.gov
Unionization
Nebraska has a right to work provision in its
constitution. In 2012, 6.0 percent of Nebraska’s private
sector wage and salary workers were members of labor
unions compared to a national figure of 11.3 percent.
Local Labor Unions
●● Ainsworth City Government International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
●● Ainsworth Community Schools Nebraska State Education Association
●● Nebraska Department of Roads Nebraska Association of Public Employees
●● United States Post Office Amercian Postal Workers Union /
National Association of Letter Carriers
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Average Hourly Earnings for Production Workers, 2012
U.S. Average
NEBRASKA
California
Colorado
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Michigan
Minnesota
Missouri
Pennsylvania
Wisconsin
$16.64
$19.08
$20.20
$25.13
$19.17
$18.50
$17.41
$18.46
$20.71
$19.19
$18.05
$18.26
$18.05
0
$5
$15
$10
$20
$25
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (www.bls.gov)
Average Annual Unemployment Insurance
Contribution Per Covered Employee, 2012
U.S. Average
NEBRASKA
California
Colorado
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Michigan
Minnesota
Missouri
Pennsylvania
Wisconsin
$405
$335
$490
$531
$487
$326
$581
$302
$0
Source:
$417
$227
$100
$200
$300
$676
$583
$556
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
Values calculated by Ken Lemke, Nebraska Public Power District, from U.S. Department of Labor,
Employment and Training Administration. Average Employer Contribution Rates by State, 2012.
http://workforcesecurity.doleta.gov
Wage Sampling: Hourly wage rates for various occupations, Northeast Region, Nebraska
Job Title
Accountants and Auditors
Computer Programmers
Registered Nurses
Retail Salespersons
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical
Customer Service Representatives
Office Clerks, General
Assemblers and Fabricators, All Other
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Machinists
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters/Operators
Electricians
Tool and Die Makers
10th
Percentile
18.25
16.88
19.63
8.13
9.35
9.13
8.29
8.42
8.63
11.89
11.76
14.44
11.57
11.20
12.74
16.63
50th
Percentile
27.77
30.37
25.00
9.68
12.54
13.18
11.38
12.87
12.46
17.19
16.02
17.24
18.27
14.78
17.19
21.12
90th
Percentile
45.86
92.53
34.12
17.66
18.13
19.16
16.63
17.02
17.88
26.03
24.01
19.20
24.13
24.64
31.58
23.83
Source: Nebraska Workforce Development, Occupational Employment Statistics Program, Fourth Quarter 2013
Workforce
The Nebraska Department of Labor serves employers
and job seekers across Nebraska through its “One‑Stop
Career Centers” located across the state. Services for
employers include employee recruitment and screening,
posting job openings, tax credit information, and labor
market and labor law information. Job seekers can find
a full array of employment and training related services
including on‑site services provided by a network of
mandatory Workforce Investment Act partners. The
nearest One‑Stop Career Center is located in Norfolk,
142 miles southeast of Ainsworth.
To learn more about these and other services visit
https://neworks.nebraska.gov.
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Market Access
Highways
Rail
Ainsworth is located at the junction of U.S. Highway 20
and State Highway 7, and is approximately 114 miles
south of Interstate 90.
The BNSF Railway Company, has a line that serves
Dunning, approximately 59 miles southwest of
Ainsworth.
Trucklines
More than 13,500 licensed motor carriers with
worldwide connections are based in Nebraska and
serve businesses throughout North America.
Trucking Distance from
NEBRASKA
95
80
80
Air
The Ainsworth Regional Airport is located six miles
northwest of Ainsworth. The airport has two lighted
asphalt runways (6,824 feet and 5,501 feet), hangars,
100 low‑lead and jet fuel, beacon, windsock,
tie‑downs, automated weather observation, remote
communication outlets, instrument landing system,
50‑foot by 50‑foot helipad, and a VOR‑DME facility.
An asphalt paving project for the 5,501 foot crosswind
runway is scheduled for completion in the spring of
2014. The project will be funded by a $2 million grant
and a $300,000 bond issue.
1 Day
2 Days
3 Days
Bus Lines
Meyers Bus and Transport provides bus service in
Stuart, 38 miles east of Ainsworth.
Ainsworth Regional Airport
Nearest Commercial Air Service
North Platte Regional Airport
North Platte...........................151 miles, 157 minutes
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
Grand Island..........................180 miles, 192 minutes
Nebraska Department of Roads
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Infrastructure
Nebraska Highlights
Energy costs are often a considerable part of any
business’s operational budget. These costs can vary
greatly between states, but in Nebraska (the only state
in the nation where all electric utilities are publicly
owned) electric costs are passed to consumers at
low, cost-of-service rates. As a result, the state claims
industrial rates well below the national average.
Nebraska electric utilities are able to offer low rates, in
part, because they draw from a balanced and efficient
“mix” of generation resources. This mix includes
coal, natural gas, oil, diesel, and methane along with
carbon-free generation, like nuclear, wind power, and
hydropower.
Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) is the state’s
largest electric generating utility in terms of chartered
territory, which includes all or parts of 86 of Nebraska’s
93 counties. NPPD relies upon nine major generating
facilities, more than 5,000 miles of high‑voltage power
lines, approximately 260 substations, and thousands
more miles of distribution lines. Because the system
is interconnected to electrical grids in other states,
NPPD works with regional utilities and industry entities
to ensure power is delivered safely and dependably to
Nebraskans.
NPPD has a new wholesale Economic Development
Rate (EDR) for qualifying projects. To be eligible for the
new, low EDR, a project must be a customer of NPPD’s
Retail Division or an NPPD wholesale customer,
generate a new or additional electric load of at least
1 megawatt, have a minimum monthly load demand
factor of sixty percent, and receive Nebraska Advantage
economic development incentives offered through
Nebraska’s Department of Economic Development.
NPPD is the state’s leader in generating electricity
with renewable resources. NPPD owns and operates
three hydropower facilities and a 36‑turbine,
60‑megawatt wind energy facility. NPPD has invested
millions in the state’s development of wind power
during the past 13 years. Knowing that it would be
more economical for ratepayers, NPPD recently
signed 20‑year, multi‑million‑dollar agreements with
private wind developers to purchase power generated
from community‑based, wind‑powered generation
facilities. In addition, NPPD continues to explore other
opportunities to add more wind power to its generation
portfolio in the next 10 years.
With a proven not‑for‑profit power system, strong
infrastructure, a commitment to renewable energy,
and a plan for meeting customer’s needs well into the
future, Nebraska’s public power utilities help make
Nebraska an excellent location for industries.
Natural gas in Nebraska is also attractive to industry
for service, supply, and price. A gas‑producing state,
Nebraska is close and well‑connected by pipeline to
the major gas fields of the central and southern plains.
The state’s average cost of industrial gas is less than
both the regional and national averages.
The pipelines of two major companies, Northern Natural
Gas and Kinder Morgan, provide an ample supply of
natural gas to most areas of Nebraska. Depending on
usage requirements, natural gas is offered both on a
“firm” and “interruptible” basis.
NPPD’s Sources of Energy - 2013
Beatrice Power Station
(All resources owned or purchased)
Cooper Nuclear Station
Gas & Oil
0.8%
Gerald Gentleman Station
Ainsworth Wind Facility
Hydro
2.5%
Coal
56.6%
* Purchases
5.5%
Wind
4.6%
Nuclear
30.0%
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Nebraska’s
Energy Costs
Are Among
The Lowest In
The Nation
G U I D E
2012 Average Retail Price of Energy Costs
Electric
Natural Gas
(Cents per Kilowatt Hour)
Residential
Commercial
(Dollars per Thousand Cubic Feet)
Industrial
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
U.S. Average
11.88
10.09
6.67
10.71
8.10
3.89
NEBRASKA
10.04
8.38
7.01
8.68
6.19
4.34
California
15.34
13.41
10.49
9.14
7.04
5.77
Colorado
11.46
9.39
6.95
8.31
7.58
5.79
Illinois
11.38
7.99
5.80
8.26
7.77
5.64
Indiana
10.53
9.14
6.34
8.94
7.68
6.19
Iowa
10.82
8.01
5.30
9.46
7.13
4.70
Kansas
11.24
9.24
7.09
10.13
8.82
3.95
Massachusetts
14.91
13.84
12.57
13.22
10.68
9.82
Michigan
14.13
10.93
7.62
10.86
8.35
7.38
Minnesota
11.35
8.84
6.54
8.00
6.38
4.48
Missouri
10.17
8.20
5.89
12.25
9.54
7.93
New Jersey
15.78
12.78
10.52
11.09
8.50
7.87
New York
17.62
15.06
6.70
12.97
7.84
6.92
Ohio
11.76
9.47
6.24
9.91
7.11
5.48
Pennsylvania
12.75
9.44
7.23
11.99
10.24
9.58
Texas
10.98
8.16
5.57
10.55
6.63
3.02
Wisconsin
13.19
10.51
7.34
9.27
7.34
5.81
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2012 Annual
Ainsworth Utilities
Electricity
Ainsworth is provided retail electric service by Nebraska
Public Power District (NPPD). Service is supplied by a
34.5 kV substation with two incoming feeds at 34.5 kV
and two outgoing feeds at a voltage of 7.2 kV. A 5 MW
transformer supplies the community. The substations
are tied into the statewide grid system.
A 36‑unit wind energy facility began operation six miles
south of Ainsworth in 2005. This facility, supported
by a 115,000 kV substation, is a 59.4 megawatt wind
generation facility. NPPD’s share of the facility is
32 megawatts and the remainder of the generation is
sold to other utilities.
Base Electric Rates (effective 1/1/13)
Summer bills run from June–September.
Winter bills run from October–May.
Customers who are served from distribution facilities
for which NPPD has a Lease Payment or Debt Service
obligation and/or a Gross Revenue Tax obligation
will have the Base Rate adjusted to include such
obligations.
All rates are subject to application of a Production Cost
Adjustment (PCA) and Base Rate adjustments. All
minimum billings include the customer charge.
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Residential Service
Customer Charge:
$19.00 per month
Customer Charge:
10.61¢
8.67¢
per kWh for the first
750 kWh used per month
Summer
Winter
10.61¢
6.23¢
per kWh for all
additional use
$14.40
$10.65
Energy Charge:
Summer
General Service
Customer Charge:
Single Phase
$21.00 per month
Three Phase
$26.00 per month
Summer
Winter
11.16¢
9.23¢
per kWh for the first
1,000 kWh used per
month
11.16¢
8.00¢
per kWh for all
additional use
Commercial Electric Space Heating
Customer Charge:
Single Phase
$57.00 per month
Three Phase
$66.00 per month
Summer
Winter
12.57¢
9.03¢
per kWh for the first
200 kWh per kW of
demand used per month
4.65¢
3.66¢
per kWh for all
additional use
General Service Demand
Customer Charge:
Single Phase
$100.00 per month
Three Phase
$115.00 per month
12.58¢
9.45¢
4.58¢
3.62¢
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$425.00 per month
Demand Charge:
Winter
Winter
N E B R A S K A
High Tension Service
Summer
Summer
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per kWh for the first
200 kWh per kW of
demand used per month
per kWh for all
additional use
per kW of billing demand
Winter
4.48¢
3.69¢
per kWh for all
on‑peak energy
3.84¢
2.95¢
per kWh for all
off‑peak energy
High Tension Service and General Service Demand
rates are subject to various adders and discounts
depending upon the customer’s requirements,
metering, etc.
NPPD has off‑peak and load management rates
available to qualifying customers.
Prospective
customers
should
contact
Nebraska Public Power District, (877) 275‑6773,
www.nppd.com, for further information regarding
electric rates and service.
Natural Gas
Natural gas is supplied to Ainsworth by SourceGas
Distribution, LLC, through a four‑inch transmission
pipeline, also owned by SourceGas, with an operating
pressure of approximately 550 pounds per square
inch. SourceGas provides utility distribution service
to approximately 700 residential, commercial, and
industrial customers in the community. SourceGas also
provides 24‑hour emergency service including leak
calls and no heat situations. Natural gas is available for
residential and commercial uses. Availability of natural
gas for industrial uses is subject to individual situations.
As specific requirements of an industrial prospect
become available, information on gas service
availability and applicable rates can be obtained from
SourceGas’s customer service center (800) 563‑0012.
Other Fuels
LP Gas
LP gas is available in Ainsworth for residential,
commercial, and industrial uses from Farmers
Ranchers Co–Op and Madison’s Great Western.
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Galyen Petroleum and Sandhill Oil Company also
provide LP gas on an individual basis.
Oil
Oil is available in Ainsworth for residential, commercial,
and industrial uses from Farmers Ranchers Co–Op,
Madison’s Great Western, Galyen Petroleum, and
Sandhill Oil Company.
Water
Sewer-Use Charges (effective 7/1/13)
A tapping fee of $30.00 is charged to all new sewer
services.
Residential, Commercial & Industrial
Base Fee: $17.50 per month
$1.50 per 1,000 gallons
Solid Waste Disposal
The municipal water system in Ainsworth is supplied by
four wells, which have an average depth of 360 feet.
The system, serving the entire city, has a combined
pumping capacity of 3,250 gallons per minute and an
overhead storage capacity of 400,000 gallons. The
average daily demand is 440,000 gallons, and the
historic peak daily demand is 1,500,000 gallons. The
system has a maximum capacity of 5,080,000 gallons
per day. The static pressure is 54 pounds per square
inch and the residual pressure is 50 pounds per square
inch.
The city’s wells produce up to 1,200 gallons of water per
minute. The water table has not changed significantly
in the past five years. The quality of water in Ainsworth
does not necessitate a water treatment plant.
Municipal solid waste removal services are available in
Ainsworth. Wastes are collected at the transfer station
and hauled to a disposal site in Lexington. Lexington
Area Solid Waste, 145 miles south of Ainsworth, has
approximately 8­–11 years of capacity left at the current
site. Plans to construct a new cell are being considered.
Solid Waste Removal Rates
(effective 7/1/13)
Residential
$11.00 per month
Commercial
Water Rates (effective 7/1/13)
A tapping fee of $90.00 is charged to all new water
services.
Residential
Base Fee: $11.00 per month
$1.35 per 1,000 gallons
Sewerage
Ainsworth has a municipal sanitary sewerage system.
The sequencing batch reactor (SBR) treatment plant
was updated in 1992 and the ultraviolet (UV) plant
was built in 2009. The system has a daily capacity
of 500,000 gallons and an average daily flow of
120,000 gallons.
$21.00; $42.00 (with dumpster) per month
Recycling
The City of Ainsworth operates a recycling program
providing a five‑compartment recycling trailer. Bins
are available to accommodate aluminum, paper,
magazines, cardboard, and plastic.
KBR Solid Waste, located near Ainsworth, offers
recycling services at the transfer station/recycling
center. Recycling trailers are also located at the
Ainsworth Conference Center for residential and
commercial customers.
Brown County, including Ainsworth, plans to become
a Keep America Beautiful Affiliate, in partnership with
Keya Paha County in 2014.
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Ainsworth Conference Center / City Offices
KBR Rural Public Power District
City Recycling
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Communications
Nebraska is the first state to be served totally by
digital switching and continues to be served by one
of the nation’s most advanced telecommunications
networks.
Newspaper
The Ainsworth Star – Journal, the local weekly
newspaper, has 2,100 subscribers. Other papers
delivered in the area are The Advertiser, Midland
News, Norfolk Daily News, and O’Neill Shopper.
Telecommunications & Internet
Three River Communications and Qwest provide
telecommunication services and Internet to the
Ainsworth area. Internet service is also provided
by Northeast Nebraska Telephone Company and
Waveform Network.
Ainsworth Star Journal
Radio
Stations Carrying Local News
Call Letters
Frequency
Location
KBRB-FM
92.7 MHz
Ainsworth, NE
KBRB‑AM
1400 KHz
Ainsworth, NE
KBRX-FM
102.9 MHz
O’Neill, NE
KGRD‑FM
91.3 MHz
O’Neill, NE
Post Office
KVSH‑AM
940 KHz
The U.S. Postal Service in Ainsworth provides
house‑to‑house delivery service and has one mail
receipt and one dispatch daily.
KWYR‑FM
93.7 MHz
Winner, SD
KWYR‑AM
1260 KHz
Winner, SD
Three River Communications
Valentine, NE
KBRB Radio
Television
Stations Carrying Local News
Post Office
Package Delivery Service
Federal Express, United Parcel Service, and the
U.S. Postal Service provide package delivery services
in the Ainsworth area.
Call Letters
KHGI
KOLN/KGIN
Channel
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10/11
Location
Kearney, NE
Lincoln/
Grand Island, NE
KTIV
5
Sioux City, IA
KELO
6
Sioux Falls, SD
KDLT
12
Sioux Falls, SD
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Tax Structure
Nebraska Highlights
●● Nebraska assesses income tax based upon the
amount of federal taxable income
●● No state property tax
●● No inventory tax
●● No personal property tax on intangibles
●● No sales tax on:
○○ raw materials when used as ingredients or
component parts in manufacturing operations
○○ sales of energy for processing or
manufacturing purposes
○○ water used exclusively in manufacturing and
processing
○○ qualified agricultural machinery and
equipment
○○ manufacturing machinery, equipment, and
related services
●● Sales and use tax refunds are available on
qualifying air and water pollution control equipment
●● Sales and use tax refunds are available on
property qualifying for certain investment
incentives
The Nebraska State Government is financed by an
individual income tax, corporate income tax, 5.5 percent
sales and use tax, corporate occupation tax, and
selective excise taxes (liquor, tobacco, motor fuels, etc.).
Local governments are financed primarily by property
taxes, although some cities and counties collect a local
option sales tax of between 0.5 and 2.0 percent.
Property taxes are levied against real and personal
property by local political subdivisions such as
counties, cities, school districts, fire districts, etc., to
provide for local services. All real property except
agricultural land is assessed at actual or market value.
Agricultural land is assessed at 75 percent of actual
value. Personal property is assessed at net book value.
Tax rates are expressed in dollars and cents for each
$100 of actual value.
Market value is determined by each county assessor
through professionally accepted mass appraisal
methods, which include, but are not limited to:
●● Comparison with sales of real property of known
or recognized value, taking into account location,
zoning, current functional use, and other statutory
guidelines (sales comparison approach)
●● Earning capacity of the real property (income
approach)
●● Cost less depreciation (cost approach)
Nebraska Tax Incentives
Nebraska’s performance‑based tax incentive programs
demonstrate the state’s commitment to creating a
favorable business environment for your business
expansion or location. Known collectively as the
“Nebraska Advantage Package,” this multi‑tiered
program provides investment credits, wage credits,
sales tax refunds based on investment and job creation
in Nebraska. Qualified companies, large and small can
take advantage of these benefits. For more information
on the qualifications and potential benefits available
to your company contact the Nebraska Department
of Economic Development (800) 426‑6505 or visit
www.neded.org.
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2013 Actual Valuation
Ainsworth, Nebraska
Ainsworth 2013 Tax Rates
Natural Resource District
$0.034232
Hospital Bond Levy
$0.074769
Educational Service Unit
$0.015000
Ag Society
$0.005434
Community College
$0.099300
Real Estate
Special (Railroads & Utilities)
Personal Property
$4,025,283
$984,735
County
$0.402608
School District
$1.036449
$49,023,570
City
$0.470000
Total: $54,033,588
Total: $2.137792 (dollars and cents per $100 of actual value)
Local Bonded Indebtedness
As of 7/1/13:
City Revenue Bonds
None
City General Obligation Bonds
$ 455,000
School District
$1,510,000
County Bonds
$6,183,103
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Local Government
Ainsworth, a second‑class city, has a mayor‑council
form of government with a city administrator. The
2013–14 actual budget is $4,943,580.
2012 Crime Rates (per 1,000 population)
Violent
Crimes
Property
Crimes
Brown County
0.0
12.4
Nebraska
2.6
27.5
U.S Total
3.9
28.6
Brown County has three precincts and nine townships
and is governed by three Brown County commissioners,
who are elected by popular vote for four‑year terms.
The actual county budget for 2013–14 is $2,415,960.
Fire Protection
Source: www.ncc.state.ne.us
Fire protection is provided to the city by a 32‑member
volunteer fire department; 5 members are certified
emergency medical technicians. The department
provides protection for Brown County and surrounding
areas.
Ainsworth has one fire station and 126 fire hydrants.
The fire insurance classification inside the corporate
limits is 6; outside it is 9 to 10. Annual expenditures
for fire protection for the past three years averaged
$226,000.
The Brown County Rural Fire Protection District and
the City of Ainsworth work together through a mutual
agreement to provide fire protection to the City of
Ainsworth and Brown County.
Law Enforcement
The City of Ainsworth contracts with the Brown County
Sheriff’s Department to provide law enforcement in the
community. Annual expenditures for police protection
for the last three years averaged $165,000.
Sheriff
The Brown County Sheriff’s Department has one sworn
officer, four full-time and two part‑time support
personnel. The sheriff’s office has six vehicles
equipped with complete cages, radar, and blood testing
units. The Brown County Sheriff’s office is the hub for
a four‑county (Brown, Cherry, Keya Paha, and Rock)
911 service. Regular patrol by the sheriff’s department
provides protection to existing industries in the area.
State Patrol
Troop B of the Nebraska State Patrol is headquartered
in Norfolk, 142 miles northwest of Ainsworth. Four patrol
officers are stationed in Ainsworth.
Streets
Ainsworth has 56.21 miles of streets; 43.71 miles are
hard‑surfaced with concrete. Seventy‑five percent of
the streets have curbs and 60 percent have sidewalks.
Building Regulations
The 2001 International Building Codes are required in
Ainsworth.
Planning
Ainsworth has a five‑member planning commission.
Members are appointed by the Mayor to serve
three‑year terms.
The Comprehensive Plan for Ainsworth was prepared
in 2007 by Hanna:Keelan Associates, P.C. of Lincoln.
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Ainsworth Fire & Rescue
Brown County Ambulance
Brown County Sheriff’s Department
Brown County Courthouse
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Education
Ainsworth School District
School District No. 10 in Ainsworth covers 1,225 square
miles and has a 2013 actual valuation of $452,616,063,
with an actual valuation per student of $1,081,651.
This Class 3 school is accredited by the North Central
Accreditation Council. Ainsworth Community Schools
serve all of Brown County.
The 2012–13 school operating expenses totaled
$6,214,993, with an average cost per pupil of $13,872.
Type of School
Students
Report Card 2011–2012
ACT Test
Composite
Ainsworth
20.9
Nebraska
22.0
National
21.1
Source: Nebraska Department of Education
Teacher/Pupil Ratio
Computer/Pupil Ratio
Elementary (PK–4)
194
1:12
1:2
Middle School (5–8)
136
1:8
1:2
High School (9–12)
162
1:18
1:1
Ainsworth Community Schools
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Educational Service Unit
Educational Service Unit 17 (ESU), headquartered
in Ainsworth, serves four counties including
Brown County. ESU 17 provides special education
services at the request of member school districts.
Additional services include professional development
training for educators, media and technology support,
financial, and administrative services.
Colleges & Universities
Frequently Attended by
Ainsworth High School Graduates
Norfolk
Northeast Community College
North Platte
Higher Education
Mid‑Plains Community College
An abundance of public colleges and universities are
available in Nebraska. There are also a number of
community colleges as well as private colleges and
trade schools. A large number of degree programs
are available and some institutions offer courses and
workshops specially tailored to meet specific training
needs of industries, education, and businesses.
Wayne State College
Several of Nebraska’s universities are ranked as
national leaders at making quality education affordable.
Miles
142
Wayne
Kearney
151
162
165
University of Nebraska at Kearney
Chadron
183
Chadron State College
West Point
183
Northeast Education Center
South Sioux City
191
Northeast Community College
Education Center
Hastings
202
Hastings College
Fremont
217
Midland University
Lincoln
273
Kaplan University
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Southeast Community College,
Lincoln Campus
Union College
University of Nebraska‑Lincoln
Caption
Omaha
282
College of St. Mary
Creighton University
Metropolitain Community College
University of Nebraska at Omaha
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Quality of Life
Health Care
Hospital
Brown County Hospital, built in 1971 in Ainsworth,
is licensed as a 23‑bed acute care, skilled, out‑patient
and home health facility.
This non‑profit hospital offers a full range of primary
care services. The Critical‑Access facility provides
inpatient
and
outpatient
nursing,
laboratory,
rehabilitation including physical, occupational, and
speech therapies, and radiology including in‑house
CT scanner, mammography, ultrasound, and DEXA
scanning services in addition to our 24/7 emergency
room services. The hospital offers outpatient cardiac
rehab,
chemotherapy,
diabetes
management,
nuclear medicine testing, endoscopy, surgical
services, and visiting specialists. The hospital also
provides, community education programs on diabetes
management, nuclear medicine testing, and a home
health agency.
Specialty clinics at the hospital include cardiology;
orthopedics; ophthalmology; ear, nose, and throat;
podiatry; general surgery; and oncology.
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Low Cost and/or Retirement Housing
Ainsworth Park Homes
30 units
Central Nebraska
Community Services
3 units
Colonial Estates
18 units
Residences of Ainsworth
12 units
Rescue Squad
Brown County Ambulance owns and operates
three ambulances. The squad is comprised of
34 volunteer members with 1 support personnel, and
23 Emergency Medical Technicians.
Library
The
Ainsworth
Public
Library
contains
24,795 volumes and has an average annual circulation
of 19,321. The library has inter‑library loan, eBooks,
talking book service, GED classes, test proctoring, local
newspaper on microfilm, video conference unit, a die
cutting machine, federal/state income tax forms, and
copying and printing services. Activities include story
time throughout the year, summer reading programs
for K–4 grades, toddler time, preschool summer story
hour, the middle lunch bunch, adult book discussions,
and a writing guild.
Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, 165 miles
southeast of Ainsworth, is one of the highest level
trauma centers and neonatal intensive care units in
Nebraska. Physicians treat bones and joints, cancer,
and heart disease.
Clinics
Ainsworth Family Clinic provides comprehensive
medical services for the whole family including routine
medical care, wellness and prevention screenings,
physicals, and well‑child exams.
Nursing Homes
Ainsworth Care Center
46-bed nursing care facility
Assisted Living
Cottonwood Villa
29-bed assisted living facility
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Churches
Denomination
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Assembly of God
Berean
Catholic
Church of the Nazarene
Congregational
Evangelical
Jehovah’s Witnesses
Lutheran
Methodist
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Brown County Hospital
Brown County Hospital Specialty Clinic
Ainsworth Family Clinic
Cottonwood Villa
Ainsworth Care Center
Ainsworth Housing Authority
Colonial Estates
A I N S W O R T H
N E B R A S K A
Congregational United Church of Christ
Church of the Nazarene
Assembly of God
Evangelical Free Church
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Jehovah’s Witnesses
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United Methodist Church
New Apostolic Church
Parkside Berean Church
Zion Lutheran Church
St. Pius X Catholic Church
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Recreation
There are four parks in Ainsworth covering 50 acres.
East City Park has playground equipment; horseshoe
pits; picnic shelters; courts for sand volleyball, tennis,
and basketball; fields for soccer, baseball, softball,
t‑ball, and football; track; and a swimming pool.
Courthouse Park has playground equipment, picinic
tables, and a basketball court. Catterson Park offers
playground equipment and a picnic shelter. The Main
Street Mini-Park offers seating.
The Ainsworth Municipal Golf Course, with a club
house, is located seven miles west of Ainsworth. The
golf course features 3,005 yards of golf from the longest
tees for a par of 36. The 9‑hole course has a rating of
35.7 and a slope rating of 121 on Blue Grass.
Other facilities available in Ainsworth include indoor
basketball courts, walking track, camping areas with
RV hook‑ups and disposal, and rest rooms.
The Brown County Historical Society, located in the
Coleman House, displays books, furniture, clothing,
machinery, memorabilia, and old maps.
The Conference Center includes a gym with lighted
basketball court, indoor track, weight room, and
two meeting rooms.
The Cowboy Trail is a 195‑mile trail, spanning through
northern Nebraska. It is the longest rails‑to‑trails
conversion in the nation and will span 321 miles through
northern Nebraska when completed. Today, 161 miles
of the trail are open to the public for hiking, biking,
and horseback riding (including a 143‑mile segment
from Norfolk to Ainsworth). This trail follows the gentle
slopes of the Old Chicago and North Western rail line.
The Sellors Barton Museum has numerous antique
articles, historical nature, Civil War guns, and other
historical items. The Sellors Barton Museum was
dedicated in 1936; another room was added in
1967, and Barton Memorial was completed in 1992.
Numerous antique articles, mounted birds, bird eggs,
Civil War guns, farm equipment, household goods,
pictures, valuable papers, and clothing are among
the many interesting items on display, as well as an
interpetive display about the Sandhills.
The Community Senior Center has been serving the
Ainsworth area since 1981. A noon meal is provided
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Monday through Friday for seniors. Home deliveries
are also available for Ainsworth and Long Pine
residents five days a week. Activities offered at the
center include stationary bikes, Wii, FROG Classes,
Yoga, card games, cribbage, and puzzles. There are
health education, health clinics, and Senior Health
Insurance Information Program services offered.
The senior center also has two pool tables. Public
transportation service is available with a handicap
accessible, 12‑passenger bus.
Annual Celebrations
MAY/JUNE Johnstown Rodeo Bible Camp
Rodeo events and bible studies
JUNE/JULY Middle of Nowhere Days
Carnival
JULY Sandhills Discovery Experience
Tours, exhibits, and vendors of the
Sandhills area
AUGUST Brown County Fair
A “fun day” with kids games,
parade, rodeo, and 4‑H exhibits
DECEMBER Christmas City of the Sandhills
Vendors, Santa, Christmas
activities
Financial Institutions
●● First National Bank
●● Union Bank and Trust Company
●● West Plains Bank
Housing
Four new homes were constructed in the past
three years and it is estimated two homes will be built
in 2014. The cost of new home construction averages
$125 per square foot.
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East City Park
Ainsworth Municipal Golf Course
Courthouse Park
Museum and Visitor Center
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Union Bank & Trust Company
First National Bank - Drive Through
First National Bank - Main Bank
West Plains Bank
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Community Services
With a business climate full of opportunity, Brown
County continues to expand its retail choices and offers
a full pallet of services to its residents. It offers an ideal
blend of small town living with large city amenities.
The residents of Ainsworth, Johnstown, and Long Pine
have combined talent and a strong work ethic to create
an ideal setting in which to work and live.
Professional
Architects.............................................................. 2
Attorneys.............................................................. 2
Auctioneers.......................................................... 1
Certified Public Accountants................................. 1
Medical
Cardiologists...................................................... 9
Emergency Medicine......................................... 13
Family Practice Physicians................................ 5
General Surgeons............................................. 1
Hematologists & Oncologists............................. 1
Internal Medicine............................................... 1
Medical Assistants............................................. 1
Nurse Practitioners............................................ 20
Nurses, Registered............................................ 25
Obstetricians & Gynecologists........................... 1
Optometrists...................................................... 2
Ophthalmologists............................................... 2
Orthopedic Surgeons/Sports Medicine.............. 2
Otolaryngologists (ear, nose & throat)............... 1
Pathologists....................................................... 3
Pharmacists....................................................... 3
Physical Therapists........................................... 3
Physician Assistants.......................................... 4
Podiatrists.......................................................... 2
Pulmonologists.................................................. 1
Radiologists....................................................... 11
Veterinarians........................................................ 4
Business and Commercial
Accounting/Bookkeeping Agencies....................
3
Advertising Agencies..........................................
1
Agricultural Implement Dealers..........................
2
Antique Shops....................................................
3
Apparel Stores
Combination....................................................
7
Women’s..........................................................
1
Appliance Stores................................................
2
Auto Body Repair & Services.............................
3
Auto Repair & Services......................................
6
Auto Supply Parts............................................... 10
Automobile Dealers............................................
2
Automobile Renting & Leasing...........................
2
Aviation Seeding & Spraying Services...............
1
Bakeries.............................................................
2
Banquet Facilities, Halls
Auditoriums & Meeting Rooms........................
5
Beauty Salons/Barber Shops.............................
6
Bed & Breakfasts.................................... (5 rooms)
1
Caterers..............................................................
3
Child Care Services............................................ 11
Computer Services.............................................
4
Contractor
Building............................................................ 12
Carpentry......................................................... 18
Concrete..........................................................
5
Electric.............................................................
3
Excavating.......................................................
2
Flooring............................................................
1
General (commercial)......................................
4
General (residential)........................................ 18
Gravel..............................................................
2
Heating & Air Conditioning...............................
1
Painting............................................................
4
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3
Interior Decorators & Designers.........................
2
Remodeling..................................................... 18
Jewelry Stores....................................................
5
Roofing............................................................ 15
Landscaping Equipment & Supplies...................
2
Well Digging....................................................
4
Laundromats......................................................
1
Convenience Stores...........................................
3
Lumberyards......................................................
3
Copying & Duplicating Services.........................
2
Machine Shops...................................................
2
Craft Stores........................................................
4
Meat Processors................................................
1
Department Stores.............................................
3
Motels/Hotels....................................... (91 rooms)
3
Discount Stores..................................................
3
Nurseries & Garden Centers..............................
3
Electric Motor Repair..........................................
1
Office Equipment Sales, Service & Supplies......
5
Farm/Ranch Supplies.........................................
2
Pet Boarding/Grooming Services.......................
1
Feed & Seed Dealers.........................................
4
Pharmacies........................................................
1
Feedlots (commercial & private).........................
5
Preschools..........................................................
1
Fertilizer Suppliers/Applicators...........................
4
Printers...............................................................
2
Floral Shops.......................................................
2
Real Estate Firms...............................................
4
Funeral Homes...................................................
1
Restaurants........................................................
7
Furniture Stores..................................................
1
Service Stations.................................................
4
Gift Shops...........................................................
7
Shoe Stores........................................................
4
Grain Dealers.....................................................
2
Television & Radio Repair Shops.......................
2
Grocery Stores...................................................
3
Theatres.............................................................
1
Hardware Stores................................................
3
Tool & Die Makers..............................................
1
Health Clubs.......................................................
1
Travel Agencies & Bureaus................................
1
Heavy Equipment Repairs..................................
2
Upholstery Shop.................................................
1
Industrial Equipment & Supplies........................
2
Welding Shops...................................................
3
Insurance Companies........................................
5
Plumbing..........................................................
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Agriculture & Raw Materials
In 2011 Nebraska ranked third among the states in corn
exports, fourth in total cash receipts from farm and ranch
marketing, and fifth in agricultural exports. Nebraska’s
farms and ranches utilized 45.5 million acres or
93 percent of the state’s total land area. Cash receipts
from farm markets in 2011 contributed more than
$21 billion to the state’s economy and 5.8 percent of
the U.S. total. Food processing is the state’s largest
manufacturing sector and foreign markets are important
for many of the state’s manufacturers.
Nebraska’s Rank Among States
1st...
All cattle on feed, Jan. 2014
Commercial red meat production, 2013
Commercial cattle slaughter, 2013
Commercial cattle slaughter, live weight, 2013
Great Northern beans production, 2013
Sources: Nebraska Agriculture Rankings - USDA ERS,
USDA NASS; Food Processing Status - Bureau of Labor
Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages
Irrigated land harvested, 2007
The Ogallala Aquifer underlies 174,000 square
miles in parts of eight states. The Ogallala Aquifer
within Nebraska contains approximately 65 percent
of the water in storage in the entire aquifer. With the
implementation of more efficient irrigation systems
and other water management measures, the Ogallala
Aquifer will remain a valuable resource in Nebraska.
All cattle and calves, Jan. 2014
Nebraska’s Natural Resource Districts (NRDs) have
responsibility for managing groundwater resources.
SOUTH DAKOTA
The Nebraska Department WYOMING
of Natural Resources
NEBRASKA
maintains responsibility for
administration of surface
water rights. In locations
KANSAS
where groundwater and COLORADO
surface water are connected,
the responsibility is shared
among the NRDs and NEW
OKLAHOMA
the state for achieving a MEXICO
sustainable balance between
water supplies and water
TEXAS
use.
Proso millet production, 2013
Popcorn production, 2007
2nd...
Pinto beans production, 2013
3rd...
All dry edible beans production, 2013
Cash receipts from all farm commodities, 2012
Corn for grain production, 2013
4th...
Cash receipts from all livestock and products,
2012
Land in farms and ranches, 2012
Net farm income, 2012
On‑farm grain storage capacity, Dec. 2013
Off‑farm commercial grain storage capacity,
Dec. 2013
5th...
Cash receipts from all crops, 2012
Soybean production, 2013
6th...
All hogs and pigs on farms, Dec. 2013
Harvested acres of principal crops, 2013
7th...
Commercial hog slaughter, 2013
Commercial hog slaughter, live weight, 2013
Grain sorghum production, 2013
8th...
Alfalfa hay production, 2013
10th...
Table egg layers, Dec. 2013
Source: Nebraska Agriculture Rankings - USDA ERS,
USDA NASS
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Brown County
2012 Statistics
Brown County
State of Nebraska
Number of Farms......................................................................................... 328.............................. 49,969
Land in Farms (acres)........................................................................... 725,395....................... 45,331,783
Average Size of Farms (acres).................................................................. 2,212................................... 907
Market Value of Agricultural Products Sold.................................. $195,431,000.............. $23,068,756,000
Market Value Per Farm........................................................................ $595,826.......................... $461,661
Total Acres Irrigated................................................................................. 40,156......................... 8,296,573
Percent of Farmland Irrigated.....................................................................5.5%............................... 18.3%
Source: 2012 Census of Agriculture
Five-Year Average Production of
Leading Crops (2009–2013)
Brown County
State of Nebraska
Corn for Grain......................................................... ....................7,402,700 bu. .............. 1,499,220,000 bu.
Soybeans............................................................... .......................536,780 bu. ................. 249,579,000 bu.
Five-Year Average
Livestock Population (2009–2013)
Brown County
State of Nebraska
All Cattle................................................................. .............................102,400 ...........................6,320,000
Source: National Agricultural Statistics Service
Raw Materials
Sand, gravel, and non metallic minerals are available in commercial quantities. Low‑analysis limy sand stone rock
are found in the vicinity of Ainsworth. Approximately 80 percent of the 7,000 acres of forested land are covered in
hardwoods, the remaining in pine. Cordwood volumes range from 0 to 4.11 cords per acre; averaging 0.64 cords
per acre.
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Climate
Annual Maximum Temperature (F)
Nebraskans enjoy four distinct
seasons...
spring, summer, fall, and winter
Nebraska has a continental climate, with hot summers
and cold winters. Temperatures are highly variable from
season to season and year to year. The majority of the
state has an average annual maximum temperature
of 60ºF to 65ºF with average annual minimum
temperatures in the 30ºF to 40ºF range. State
temperature records are -47ºF and 118ºF. The average
number of days in excess of 100ºF range from
5 (northeast) to 11 (southwest) with most of the state
between 6 and 9 days. Minimum temperatures below
zero occur on average 7 days per year in southeast
Nebraska to 20 days in north-central Nebraska.
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66
63
60
NEBRASKA
57
54
51
48
Annual Minimum Temperature (F)
Precipitation
48
45
Precipitation is also variable and ranges from an
annual average of 15 to 20 inches in the west to 30 to
35 inches in southeast Nebraska. Approximately
75 percent of the precipitation falls as rain from April to
September. Annual average snowfall ranges from
20 inches in the southeast to 50 inches in the
northwest. Snowfall usually increases during late
winter and reaches a maximum in March.
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NEBRASKA
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30
27
24
21
Growing Season
The growing season fluctuates in length, but on
average it ranges from 120 days in the extreme
northwest to 170 days in the southeast. The average
date of the last freeze in spring varies from April 25
in extreme southeast Nebraska to May 21 in extreme
northwest. The first fall freeze typically occurs from
September 20 in the extreme northwest to October 6
in the southeast part of the state.
Annual Precipitation (inches)
45
40
35
30
NEBRASKA
25
20
15
10
Based on 30-year. climate normals 1981–2010 data from the High Plains
Climate Center, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Source: www.hprcc.unl.edu
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www.ainsworthareachamber.com
“A Community with a Vision.”
Ainsworth
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