Scottsbluff

NE

Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska

Population 36K |Median income $63,614

Population
35,843
Scotts Bluff County
Median Income
$63,614
-6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$168,500
-26% vs avg
Median Age
40.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
36K-3%
Median Income
$63,614+46%
Median Home Value
$168,500+64%
Poverty Rate
12.9%-6%
Unemployment
2.7%-57%

Economics

Median Rent
$909/mo
Poverty Rate
12.9% -9% vs avg
Unemployment 2.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 27%
Work From Home 5.9%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 75.8%
Asian 0.7%
African American 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39.1%
High Blood Pressure
37.7%
Short Sleep Duration
32.4%
Physical Inactivity
29.4%
Binge Drinking
17.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.1%
Current Smoking
14%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.6%
Diabetes
13%
Lack of Health Insurance
12.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60.7%
Annual Checkup 77.2%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.5%
Stroke
3.8%

Alerts & News — Scottsbluff 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 5

What is the population of Scottsbluff, NE? ▼
Scottsbluff, NE has a population of 35,843 people, located in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska.
What is the median household income in Scottsbluff? ▼
The median household income in Scottsbluff, NE is $63,614 per year. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
What is the median home value in Scottsbluff? ▼
The median home value in Scottsbluff, NE is $168,500. Median rent is $909/month.
What are the top health concerns in Scottsbluff? ▼
The top health indicators in Scottsbluff include Obesity (39.1%), High Blood Pressure (37.7%), Short Sleep Duration (32.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Scottsbluff? ▼
The median age in Scottsbluff, NE is 40.3 years. 27% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Scottsbluff, NE is located in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. With a population of 36K and a median household income of $63,614, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Safety alerts for the Scottsbluff 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 (Scotts Bluff 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.