Median Income
$60,074
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$124,700
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
18.6%
50% higher than US avg
How Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population933
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density366/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
B
Median Income$60,074
Per Capita$36,300
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$59M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$124,700
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Elevation2,773 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+95.4%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 13%
Commute21 min
Libraries1
Is Beach a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Beach is $60,074, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Beach is $124,700, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Beach has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Beach has a population of 933 with a density of 366 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 5% Hispanic.
Population
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Beach is $60,074, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,074 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,300 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $776 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,307 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.7% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 18.6% |
| 50% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 44 |
| County GDP | $59M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Beach is $124,700, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $124,700 |
| 56% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $867 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Beach, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Beach vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.8% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.7% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.4% |
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Beach has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 43.7°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.5 inches |
| 57% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,773 ft (845 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 366/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9187°N, 104.0054°W |
| County FIPS | 30109 |