Beatrice, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Gage County County
Beatrice, NE
At a Glance
How Beatrice Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Beatrice's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Beatrice a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Beatrice residents earn a median household income of $54,583 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,452. The unemployment rate stands at 2.0% (44% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 744 business establishments, including 47 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Beatrice is $152,900 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $186,905. Median rent is $753/month, with 26.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Beatrice reports 81 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 79% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 872/100K.
Education
19.9% of adults in Beatrice hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 91.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Beatrice has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.