Median Income
$30,568
59% lower than US avg
Home Value
$87,600
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.8%
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.0%
21% higher than US avg
How Beaver Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population619
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
B
Median Income$30,568
Per Capita$23,722
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$4,532M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$87,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$190,947
Health
Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation2,711 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.8%
High School+90.0%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5
Is Beaver a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Beaver receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $30,568, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Beaver is $87,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Beaver experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 38.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Beaver has a population of 619 with a density of 142 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% 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 Beaver is $30,568, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $30,568 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,722 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,043 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,527 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.0% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,608 |
| County GDP | $4,532M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 129 |
| Healthcare | 299 |
| Retail | 302 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,735 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.12% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.7 min |
| Work from Home | 21.9% |
The median home value in Beaver is $87,600, 69% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $190,947.
Home Values
| Census Median | $87,600 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $190,947 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,735 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.12% |
In Beaver, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.7% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Beaver vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.7% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.1% |
| Asthma | 13.0% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.2% |
| Depression | 33.7% |
| Mental Distress | 24.5% |
| Physical Distress | 17.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.3% |
| Premature Death | 16,996/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 299 |
Crime Rates: Beaver vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Beaver has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.4 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 38.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,711 ft (826 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 142/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.7329°N, 81.1572°W |
| County FIPS | 54081 |