Box Butte County

As of the 2020 census, Box Butte County, Nebraska, had a population of approximately 10,783 people. The racial makeup was predominantly White (88.3%), with smaller percentages of Hispanic or Latino (10.6%), Native American (2.6%), and other races. The county covers an area of 1,078 square miles, with a population density of around 10 people per square mile. The median household income was about $53,000, and the median age was 41.3 years. The county seat and largest city is Alliance.

As of recent data, Box Butte County, Nebraska, has a median home value of approximately $120,000. The median rent is around $700 per month. Homeownership rate stands at about 65%, with approximately 2,300 housing units in the county. The average household size is 2.4 persons. Compared to statewide averages, housing costs in Box Butte County are relatively affordable. Housing market trends show stability, with modest appreciation rates reflecting a balanced supply and demand.

Box Butte County, NE, conducts elections for various local, state, and federal offices. Key local positions often on the ballot include county commissioners, sheriff, county clerk, and members of the school board. Specific election details for upcoming years should be checked closer to the election date.

In the 2020 election, voter turnout was approximately 77.4% with 5,079 ballots cast. Candidates included incumbents and challengers for multiple offices. For example, in the County Commissioner race, Mike McGinn faced Rick Petersen. Sheriff Tammy Mowry was re-elected with a significant majority. For detailed and up-to-date information, including current candidates and exact numbers, always refer to the Box Butte County Election Office or the Nebraska Secretary of State's website.

Box Butte County, NE, displays the following educational attainment levels among its residents aged 25 and older, based on the latest available data:

• 90.2% have at least a high school diploma.
• 21.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Comparatively, these figures indicate that Box Butte County falls slightly below the national and state averages in higher education:

• Nationally, about 88% of people have at least a high school diploma, and 33.1% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
• In Nebraska, 91.6% have at least a high school diploma, and 31.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

While Box Butte County performs well concerning high school education, its rate of higher education attainment is significantly lower than both state and national averages.

As of the latest available data, Box Butte County, Nebraska, had an employment rate reflecting its diverse economic base. Major industries include agriculture, healthcare, and education, with significant employment in retail trade and manufacturing as well.

The top industries in Box Butte County, by employment percentage, are:

1. Agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting
2. Health care and social assistance
3. Educational services

Employment in these industries tends to be higher in Box Butte County than the national average due to the region's agricultural focus and rural setting. The local agricultural sector is particularly notable, with a higher percentage of the workforce employed in agriculture compared to both state and national averages.

Comparatively, while the healthcare and education sectors are similarly prominent at the national and state levels, agriculture represents a more significant employment sector in Box Butte County than it does in Nebraska at large and the United States overall.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Box Butte County, Nebraska, is approximately $51,440. This figure is notably lower than both the national and Nebraska state averages. The national median household income is around $68,700, while the state average for Nebraska is approximately $63,229. Box Butte County's lower median income levels reflect the more rural, less densely populated nature of the area, which typically provides fewer high-income opportunities compared to urban counties.

Box Butte County, NE, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. As of the latest statistics, the crime rate for Box Butte County stands at approximately 1,200 incidents per 100,000 residents annually. This encompasses various types of crimes, including property crimes and violent crimes.

Crime Statistics Table (per 100,000 residents annually):

These figures are reflective of the most recent data available and can vary year to year. Box Butte County remains comparatively safer than many other regions in the United States.