Beaver City city, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Beaver City city, Nebraska Demographics
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.6x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Beaver City city, Nebraska has a total population of 494, the 211th largest city in Nebraska, with a median household income of $40,625, which is 46% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.2%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 46% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.

Beaver City city Quick Facts

Population 494

Median Household Income $40,625

Median Home Value $65,300

Poverty Rate 11.2%

Unemployment Rate 2.6%

Median Age 48.0 years

Homeownership Rate 66.8%

Affordability Ratio 1.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.7%

High School Graduation Rate 90.9%

Diversity Index 23/100

Population 494 211th of 584

Median Income $40,625 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 11.2% 10% lower national

Median Home Value $65,300 bottom 20%

How Beaver City city Compares

Median Household Income

Beaver City city

$40,625

$74,985

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Beaver City city

$65,300

$223,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 33.2%

$25K-$50K 18.3%

$50K-$100K 31.9%

$100K+ 16.6%

Employment

2.6% Unemployment Rate State: 3.0% | National: 5.2%

51.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 66.8%

Renter 33.2%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.6%

18-34

24.1%

35-54

15.0%

55-74

33.4%

75+

11.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Beaver City city Rankings in Nebraska

#211 Population of 584

#494 Median Income of 584

#442 Education of 584

#434 Home Value of 584

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Cities Similar to Beaver City city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Wauneta village	515	$46,518	$86,300	19.0%	9.0%
Cedar Rapids village	484	$50,125	$77,800	14.4%	14.9%
Trenton village	468	$47,500	$67,600	20.5%	10.4%
Verdigre village	576	$41,250	$85,200	16.8%	21.6%
Indianola city	460	$49,615	$85,500	13.0%	3.7%

Population Overview

Beaver City city is a small community located in Nebraska, within Furnas County. The total population is 494. It ranks as the 211th most populous out of 584 cities and towns in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Beaver City city is 48.0 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. 11.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Beaver City city is $40,625. This is 46% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 48% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 11% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $65,300. Housing costs are 71% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Beaver City city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

Beaver City city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.1%.

Education

11.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 66% lower than the state rate of 34.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Beaver City city, Nebraska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 584 Census-designated places in Nebraska. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Beaver City city, Nebraska?

Beaver City city, Nebraska has a population of 494 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Beaver City city, NE?

The median household income in Beaver City city is $40,625, which is 48% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Beaver City city, NE?

The poverty rate in Beaver City city is 11.2%. This means approximately 53 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Beaver City city, Nebraska?

Beaver City city's population is 87.3% White, 0.0% Black, 10.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Beaver City city, NE?

The median home value in Beaver City city is $65,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.

How educated is Beaver City city, Nebraska?

11.7% of adults (25+) in Beaver City city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.