Box Butte County, NE

Guide to Box Butte County and Cities

Welcome to the community page for Box Butte County in Nebraska with demographic details and statistics about the area as well as an interactive Box Butte County map. The county has a population of 10,778, a median home value of $161,600, and a median household income of $67,893. Below, the statistics for Box Butte County provide a snapshot of key economic and lifestyle factors relevant to both residents and newcomers.

Map of Box Butte County

Below is the Box Butte County, NE county map created with GIS software, with cities and neighborhoods.

 

Population & Demographics

The total population for Box Butte County is 10,778, with 51% males and 49% females. Below is a detailed breakdown of the population trends and demographics for the area.

Population by RaceTotal
White Population9,166
Black or African American Population365
American Indian and Alaska Native302
Asian Population76
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander0
Other Race Population292
Two or More Races577

Household Information

In Box Butte County, the median gross rent is $748 per month and the median home value is $161,600. Out of the total number of households in the city, 73% are owner-occupied, while 27% are rentals. Of those who own their homes, 47% have a mortgage, with the remaining 53% owning their homes outright. Below is a detailed snapshot of homeownership and rental patterns in the community.”

Ownership StatisticsNumber
Owner-Occupied3,340
Renter-Occupied1,233
Mortgage StatusNumber
Homes with Mortgage1,566
Homes without Mortgage1,774

Employment & Occupation

In Box Butte County, the unemployment rate currently stands at 4%. For residents in the workforce, on average they spend 10.7 minutes commuting to work. Of those employed, 79% work for private companies, while 13% hold government jobs. Additionally, 8% are self-employed, contributing to the area’s entrepreneurial spirit. Below, you’ll find more details about employment trends and occupations in Box Butte County.

OccupationNumber
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting, and Mining322
Construction214
Manufacturing543
Wholesale Trade101
Retail Trade542
Transportation and Warehousing, and Utilities931
Information104
Finance and Insurance, and Real Estate and Rental and Leasing204
Professional, Scientific, and Management, and Administrative and Waste Management Services336
Educational Services, and Health Care and Social Assistance1,013
Arts, entertainment, and recreation, and accommodation and food services502
Other Services, except Public Administration244
Public Administration189

Education

In Box Butte County, education levels show that 29.3% of residents have completed high school, 15% hold a bachelor’s degree, and 3% have achieved a graduate or professional degree. Of the population aged 25 and over, 18.1% are college graduates, reflecting the county’s academic achievements. Below is a detailed breakdown of educational levels within Box Butte County, NE.

Education Level Number
9th to 12th Grade 381
High School Graduate 2,175
Some College 2,482
Associate’s Degree 831
Bachelor’s Degree 1,117
Graduate or Professional Degree 226
School Enrollment Number
Enrolled in Preschool 156
Enrolled in Elementary School 1,349
Enrolled in High School 665
Enrolled in College 196

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