Scottsbluff

Scottsbluff, Nebraska Overview

Scottsbluff faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (45.9/100) and ranking #20 of 20 cities in Nebraska. Even so, the city scores 75/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 22/100.

Income & Employment in Scottsbluff

The median household income in Scottsbluff is $53,448, 27% below the statewide median of $73,423.

Safety in Scottsbluff

Scottsbluff reports 249.2 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 290 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 4511.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Scottsbluff

The median home value is $141,300. Median monthly rent is $966. Renters spend 21.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Scottsbluff

The adult obesity rate in Scottsbluff is 39.9%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.5%. Residents average 14.6 poor mental health days per month. Nebraska ranks #15 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Scottsbluff

Scottsbluff has a high school graduation rate of 88%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.8:1. Per-pupil spending is $12,908. The city has 10 public schools serving 3,407 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Scottsbluff

The annual average temperature in Scottsbluff is 48.3°F. Summers average 68.3°F. Winters average 27.6°F. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches. The average commute of 9.7 minutes is notably short.

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