Beaver City, NE

Nebraska

Beaver City is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 494. Residents earn $40,625 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
494 Population 581/sq mi density
$40,625 Median Income $31,237 per capita
$65,300 Home Value
$600 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$40,625 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,300 home value, $600/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,625
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,300
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.0%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

How Beaver City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population494
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density581/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,625
Per Capita$31,237
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$300M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,300
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Elevation2,184 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+90.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute19 min
Libraries4

Is Beaver City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beaver City receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Beaver City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beaver City is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beaver City is $65,300, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Beaver City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.6 inches, including 21.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Beaver City has a population of 494 with a density of 581 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

494
Total Population
581
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaver City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beaver City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaver City is $40,625, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Beaver City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,625
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,237
Avg Weekly Wage$922
IRS Avg AGI$58,627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)212
County GDP$300M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare21
Retail24
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,575
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Beaver City is $65,300, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,300
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,575
26% below US avg
Effective Rate3.94%
In Beaver City, 45.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Beaver City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.0%
40% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death8,966/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access64.9%
Healthcare Facilities21

Crime Rates: Beaver City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Beaver City has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.6 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall21.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,184 ft (666 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density581/sq mi
Coordinates40.1382°N, 99.8284°W
County FIPS31065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density581/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants8
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Work from Home14.1%

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