Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Beatrice

Affordability in Beatrice, NE

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Beatrice is $758 and the median household income is $57,264 annually, with renters making up 35% of occupied households. These figures provide context for how income-based and HUD-assisted housing can help close the gap for cost-burdened renters in the area.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Beatrice Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 82 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

All 5 HUD-assisted properties in Beatrice have been mapped for flood risk, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Beatrice

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Beatrice earns a Walk Score of 70 (Very Walkable) and a Bike Score of 53. No Transit Score is available, which is typical for smaller Nebraska cities where a personal vehicle or biking is the most common way to get around.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 8 schools across 2 districts serve Beatrice, including 2 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high schools, and 3 other schools. Ratings and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Beatrice

The median household income in Beatrice is $57,264 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median asking rent across all housing types is $758 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Beatrice is designed for renters who qualify based on income limits set by HUD. Rent in these programs is typically capped as a percentage of your household income, which can mean significant savings compared to market-rate rents.

• Median household income: $57,264/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $758/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 35% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment & Flood Risk

All 5 affordable housing properties in Beatrice have been mapped for flood zone data, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure appears low across the city's assisted housing inventory.