Median Income
$40,833
46% lower than US avg
Home Value
$82,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.5%
48% lower than US avg
How Beatrice Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population169
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density125/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 30%
Veterans13.6%
Economy
B+
Median Income$40,833
Per Capita$23,663
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$848M
Commute12 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$82,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation235 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+94.1%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute12 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries1
Is Beatrice a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Beatrice receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Beatrice offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Beatrice is $40,833, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Beatrice is $82,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Beatrice enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Beatrice has a population of 169 with a density of 125 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (70.4%), with 29.6% White.
Population
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Beatrice is $40,833, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $40,833 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,663 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,026 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,234 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.5% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 488 |
| County GDP | $848M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 30 |
| Retail | 80 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,527 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.85% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 11.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 65.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 31.6% |
The median home value in Beatrice is $82,500, 71% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $82,500 |
| 71% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,527 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.85% |
In Beatrice, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Beatrice vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.3% |
| 38% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 46.3% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.0% |
| Depression | 20.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.5% |
| Premature Death | 15,785/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 30 |
Crime Rates: Beatrice vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Beatrice has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 235 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 125/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7333°N, 87.2090°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 01099 |