Beyond the city limits - SCEDD - South Central Economic Development District

For sportsmen

If outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, bird watching, horseback riding and many others appeal to you, they’re right at your doorstep in a rural setting.

For retirees

Many of our rural communities feature excellent healthcare facilities, a variety of recreational opportunities, busy senior centers and numerous volunteer opportunities in addition to safe and secure streets, affordable housing and a lifestyle that encourages you to know – and care about – your neighbors.

SCEDD - South Central Economic Development Deistrict - Counties

There's a good life to be had beyond the city limits.

Not everyone is cut out to live in the city. For many, the noise and traffic grate on their nerves; the pollution makes their eyes water; the crime, grime and graffiti make them nervous and edgy. For those, we offer wide, quiet streets, neighbors you can count on, and a relaxed lifestyle on a more human scale. But there’s a lot more...

For families

South Central Nebraska has schools with student-teacher ratios and test scores many urban school districts can only envy.

For home buyers

In almost all cases, you can get more for your money in South Central Nebraska than in any city – more house, more land, more amenities. In the country, first time home buyers often have a wide selection of homes available at under $100,000.

For telecommuters and consultants

A surprising number of our small communities have reliable high-speed Internet access widely available; some even have community-based wireless hotspots.

For businesspeople

Many rural areas have an abundance of low-cost commercial space available as well as a highly motivated work force with a clear work ethic and bedrock values.

For entrepreneurs

Because rural areas need entrepreneurs, opportunities abound. Many communities offer incentives such as grants and low-cost loans. SCEDD can help with networking, training and good advice.