Beaver Crossing, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Beaver Crossing is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 324. Residents earn $65,357 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
324 Population 491/sq mi density
$65,357 Median Income $33,445 per capita
$132,700 Home Value $274,493 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 13.5% income on rent
50°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
$65,357 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,700 home value, $950/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,357
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,700
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population324
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density491/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,357
Per Capita$33,445
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,700
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$274,493
Rent Burden13.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Elevation1,457 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute26 min
Libraries3

Is Beaver Crossing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beaver Crossing receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Beaver Crossing offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beaver Crossing is $65,357, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beaver Crossing is $132,700, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Beaver Crossing experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Beaver Crossing has a population of 324 with a density of 491 people per square mile. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

324
Total Population
491
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaver Crossing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beaver Crossing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaver Crossing is $65,357, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Beaver Crossing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,357
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,445
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$87,858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)516
County GDP$1,090M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare40
Retail46
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Beaver Crossing is $132,700, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $274,493.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,700
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$274,493

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden13.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Effective Rate3.89%
In Beaver Crossing, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death5,490/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access62.6%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Beaver Crossing has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.0 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,457 ft (444 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density491/sq mi
Coordinates40.7779°N, 97.2825°W
County FIPS31159
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density491/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants40
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home8.3%

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