Scottsbluff, NE
Full City Profile · Nebraska · Scotts Bluff County County
Scottsbluff, NE
At a Glance
How Scottsbluff Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Scottsbluff's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Scottsbluff a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Scottsbluff residents earn a median household income of $53,448 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,716. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,217 business establishments, including 103 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Scottsbluff is $141,300 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $185,568. Median rent is $966/month, with 31.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Safety & Crime
Scottsbluff reports 588 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 55% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,835/100K.
Education
27.2% of adults in Scottsbluff hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below the national average). 89.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Scottsbluff has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.