Bertrand, NE

Nebraska

Bertrand is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 684. Residents earn $72,266 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
684 Population 1,267/sq mi density
$72,266 Median Income $35,948 per capita
$129,900 Home Value $216,746 Zillow
$683 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,266 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,900 home value, $683/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,266
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,900
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population684
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density1,267/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,266
Per Capita$35,948
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$123M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,900
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$216,746
Rent Burden20.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Elevation2,521 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute14 min
Broadband91.5%
Libraries1

Is Bertrand a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bertrand receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Bertrand stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bertrand is $72,266, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bertrand is $129,900, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bertrand experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches, including 20.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Bertrand has a population of 684 with a density of 1,267 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

684
Total Population
1,267
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bertrand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bertrand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bertrand is $72,266, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Bertrand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,266
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,948
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$79,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)76
County GDP$123M

Business (County)

Healthcare5
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,000
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bertrand is $129,900, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,746.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,900
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$216,746

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,000
43% above US avg
Effective Rate3.85%
In Bertrand, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma9.0%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate72.7%
Premature Death9,782/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access26.9%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Bertrand has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.4 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall20.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,521 ft (768 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,267/sq mi
Coordinates40.5263°N, 99.6324°W
County FIPS31073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63-point margin. 91.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 18.2%

Winner: Republican by 63 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,267/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Retail Stores6

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

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