Bee, NE

Nebraska

Bee is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 281. Residents earn $95,250 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
281 Population 1,124/sq mi density
$95,250 Median Income $34,155 per capita
$121,800 Home Value $282,113 Zillow
$875 Median Rent 24.3% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,250 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,800 home value, $875/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,250
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $121,800
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population281
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density1,124/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,250
Per Capita$34,155
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$584M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,800
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$282,113
Rent Burden24.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Elevation1,561 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute26 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries4

Is Bee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bee receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Bee stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bee is $95,250, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bee is $121,800, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches, including 24.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Bee has a population of 281 with a density of 1,124 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

281
Total Population
1,124
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bee is $95,250, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Bee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,250
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,155
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045
IRS Avg AGI$71,729

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$584M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare15
Retail27
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bee is $121,800, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,113.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,800
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$282,113

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden24.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,240
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.66%
In Bee, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bee vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.7%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death5,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access45.8%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Bee has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.3 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall24.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,561 ft (476 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,124/sq mi
Coordinates41.0064°N, 97.0583°W
County FIPS31023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.7-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 59.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,124/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants16
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home0.6%

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