Beatrice

NE

Gage County, Nebraska

Population 22K |Median income $67,247 |1 hospital

Population
21,629
Gage County
Median Income
$67,247
Near average
Median Home Value
$174,000
-24% vs avg
Median Age
42.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
22K-2%
Median Income
$67,247+41%
Median Home Value
$174,000+71%
Poverty Rate
12.6%+8%
Unemployment
1.5%-72%

Economics

Median Rent
$774/mo
Poverty Rate
12.6% -11% vs avg
Unemployment 1.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.1%
Work From Home 5.5%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 93.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.7%
Asian 0.7%
African American 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
41.8%
High Blood Pressure
39.6%
Short Sleep Duration
30.1%
Physical Inactivity
28.7%
Binge Drinking
20.6%
Current Smoking
15.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.8%
Diabetes
12.6%
Current Asthma
9.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60.1%
Annual Checkup 78.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
BEATRICE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL & HEALTH CENTER, INC
BEATRICE · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Beatrice Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW) Area

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Beatrice, NE? ▼
Beatrice, NE has a population of 21,629 people, located in Gage County, Nebraska.
What is the median household income in Beatrice? ▼
The median household income in Beatrice, NE is $67,247 per year. The poverty rate is 12.6%.
What is the median home value in Beatrice? ▼
The median home value in Beatrice, NE is $174,000. Median rent is $774/month.
What are the top health concerns in Beatrice? ▼
The top health indicators in Beatrice include Obesity (41.8%), High Blood Pressure (39.6%), Short Sleep Duration (30.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Beatrice? ▼
Beatrice has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Beatrice? ▼
The median age in Beatrice, NE is 42.6 years. 23.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Beatrice, NE is located in Gage County, Nebraska. With a population of 22K and a median household income of $67,247, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Beatrice area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Gage County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.