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Newcomers to this charming area will discover a pleasing blend of unique opportunities. Few places in the nation combine a more appealing and diverse environment than Fremont and Dodge County Nebraska, where vibrant small town and sleepy rural villages harmonize with nearby urban opportunities.


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Greater Fremont Nebraska Demographics

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Fremont, Nebraska, is poised for a bright economic future. Strategically located at the crossroads of major highway links to reach the downtown Omaha and Lincoln metropolitan areas in less than an hour, the community offers immediate access to big city amenities while retaining an independent rural community flavor.

Fremont enjoys a diverse economic base with major employers in the areas of agribusiness, food processing, fabricated metal processing and electronics manufacturing. As the community looks forward to its economic future, this base will be strengthened by capitalizing on opportunities to link our existing industries to growth areas of the Nebraska economy. Fremont continues to enjoy economic growth with publicly owned land, zoned for business and light industry at Fremont Technology Park, Morningside North Business Park, and Christensen Business Park.

The community's vibrant manufacturing economy, low tax rates, low cost utilities, outstanding educational opportunities and rural Nebraska work ethic make it a great place to locate your business. Nebraska offers:

  • Abundant workforce with many education institutions within 50 mile radius
  • Central location offering an integrated system of interstates, mainline railroads, and airports
  • Industrial sites and buildings ready for immediate occupancy
  • A 100% public power system – the only state that offers it – providing customers with electrical power at some of the lowest rates in the nation

 

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Population Characteristics
2010 Census: 26,397
2004 Community Population: 25,272
2004 County/MSA Population: 36,066
2000 Census: 25,174
Total 18+ 19216
Male 18+ 47%
Female 18+    53%



Greater Fremont Nebraska Quality of Life

In addition to a strong employer base, recreational opportunities and community amenities make Fremont an excellent location for commuters to enjoy the quality of life special to rural Nebraska. Activity abounds as the community is home to the Fremont State Lakes, Fremont Splash Station, summer cultural events at the Louis E. May museum, and a unique excursion or dinner ride on the Fremont Elkhorn Valley Railway. Fremont also is "The Antique Capital of Eastern Nebraska." Fremont residents looking to enjoy a close-to-home outing can take advantage of 15 neighborhood parks and a trail system.

The community also is known for a strong faith culture. More than 40 different churches representing over 20 denominations serve the spiritual needs of the community.

YOUTH Programs

YMCA 2nd largest in USA!
City Youth Programs
Fremont Splash Station
Splash Pads
Ronin Pool

It’s hard to describe the quality of life in Fremont. It’s simply above your expectations. We are a refreshing alternative to both the hectic urban life, and the lack of entertainment and opportunities in a more rural area. Simply put, it’s the best of all worlds.

The citizens of our community have strong moral values and incredible work ethics. A case in point is the numerous vibrant and ambitious volunteer and community service organizations. We are a community built on the strength of our volunteers. Many people donate hundreds of hours to accomplish miraculous things. And it shows.

Our healthy and diverse business community consists of dynamic retail, old-fashioned good service, and above-board ethics. Our cultural opportunities compare to cities much larger. Words cannot adequately convey the reality of what you will experience in Fremont.

The community also is known for a strong faith culture. More than 40 different churches representing over 20 denominations serve the spiritual needs of the community. One of Nebraska's premier private colleges, Midland University, is located in the heart of the community, and a priority on education is in the hearts of the citizens of Fremont. A recent election approved nearly $30 million of improvements to the public school system, and Metropolitan Community College has expanded its Fremont Campus to a new site and started the nation's first green data center management degree in partnership with IBM.

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Cost of Living
Cost of Living Composite Index: 90.9
State and Local Taxes Per Capita: $ 2,083.46
Average Daily Commute Time to Work in Minutes: 5 min.
Median Sale Price of Single Family Dwelling:  $ 105,000
Crime Rate
Crime per 100,000 Population: 3,504
Medical Services
Total Hospitals: 1
Hospital Beds: 262
Practicing Physicians: 60
Climate
Annual Precipitation (Inches): 28.7
Annual Snowfall (Inches): 29
January High Temperature (Fahrenheit): 31
January Low Temperature (Fahrenheit): 10.5
July High Temperature (Fahrenheit): 89.3
July Low Temperature (Fahrenheit): 64.6
Clear Days: 111
Partly Cloudy Days: 106
Cloudy Days: 149
Zero-Degree Days: 16
Freezing Days: 53
90-Degree Days: 35

 

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Cultural & Recreational Amenities
Fremont features a wide range of entertainment and recreational opportunities. Public tennis courts, swimming pools, parks, and golf courses are available. Fremont also boasts a top-notch private Country Club and golf course. Fremont State Recreation Area is only one mile away with swimming, water skiing, jet skiing, tent & RV camping, fishing, motor boats, and canoeing. We also have seven indoor theatres. Our local YMCA is one of the premier facilities in the nation, with a state-of-the-art ice rink.

Education
The mission of Fremont Public Schools is to produce creative, adaptable, productive citizens committed to life-long learning. Further, it is the goal of the Fremont Public Schools to provide an educational program that will produce productive citizens prepared to successfully compete in the twenty-first century global society.

Fremont Public Schools
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Message from the Superintendent

Fremont’s Public School became the first district in the state of Nebraska to receive the Accreditation Quality Achievement Award. This AdvancED accreditation expresses the school-community commitment to youngsters and their education. Fremont is proactive in preparing our youth for careers in local businesses. The School-to-Career program has been active since 1998, and provides a work-based learning opportunity by allowing area students to intern with a business during their junior and senior high school years. Dream It! Do It! is an organization with a focus on engaging area High School Juniors and Seniors in manufacturing internships. The Nebraska Internship Program provides grants for college internships at local businesses (InternNE.com).

Educational Attainment
Over 25 Years Old with HS Diploma (%) 85.4%
Over 25 Years Old with Bachelors or Higher (%) 46.6%
K-12 Public/Private Schools
Number of Elementary Schools 9
Number of Middle Schools 2
Number of High Schools 2
Fremont High School Enrollment 1330
Archbishop Bergan High School Enrollment 201
Higher Educational Institutions
Midland University Enrollment 962
Metropolitan Community College Enrollment 500
Statistics
Average ACT Composite Score: 22
Students Taking ACT: 72 %



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Greater Fremont Development Council  PO Box 472,  Fremont , NE  68026  402-753-8126    info@fremontecodev.org