Median Income
$57,750
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$237,500
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.3%
73% lower than US avg
How Beaver Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population91
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density284/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans68.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$57,750
Per Capita$23,936
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$2,070M
Commute17 min
Housing
A
Home Value$237,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity29.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation926 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+95.5%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute17 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries4
Is Beaver a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Beaver 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. Beaver offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Beaver is $57,750, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Beaver is $237,500, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Beaver enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Beaver has a population of 91 with a density of 284 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.8%), with 7.7% Hispanic.
Population
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.6% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.4% |
| 22% below US avg |
The median household income in Beaver is $57,750, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,750 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,936 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $882 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,761 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 955 |
| County GDP | $2,070M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 64 |
| Healthcare | 60 |
| Retail | 130 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,456 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.03% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 36.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 52.8% |
The median home value in Beaver is $237,500, 16% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $237,500 |
| 16% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,456 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.03% |
In Beaver, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Beaver vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.8% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 7.7% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.0% |
| Depression | 20.1% |
| Mental Distress | 13.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 62.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,328/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
Crime Rates: Beaver vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Beaver has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.1°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 926 ft (282 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 284/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4740°N, 93.7773°W |
| County FIPS | 29009 |