The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 68926 sells for about $135,000, or $85 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.8% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 112 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
ZIP 68926 — Beaver City
The housing market in 68926 is characterized by low inventory and slow turnover, typical of a small rural Nebraska community. Prices remain stable with modest year-over-year growth, driven by limited supply rather than high demand. There is no significant new development activity, and the market remains focused on local residents.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle, as well as those employed in the local agricultural sector.
Median prices moved up 3.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 112 days on market with 7.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.1% · poverty 11.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 68926, Furnas County NE
Crime rates in Beaver City are significantly lower than the national average, with property and violent crime incidents being rare in this rural community.
The area is served by Southern Valley Schools, which maintains a small-town educational environment with a focus on community-integrated learning.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with standard flood insurance recommended for properties near the Republican River.
Economic momentum is driven primarily by local agriculture and small-scale service industries, with limited large-scale commercial development currently underway.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Nebraska) — Nebraska Homestead Exemption: Provides a reduction or exemption of property taxes on the primary residence (homestead) of qualified individuals. The specific exemption amount is determined by income brackets and disability status as defined in state statutes. State (Nebraska) — Nebraska Real Property Tax Assessment: Real property is assessed at or near 100% of actual value, except for agricultural and horticultural land, which is assessed at 75% of actual value. Agricultural land is assessed at 50% of actual value for school bond tax purposes.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents typically traveling to nearby regional hubs like McCook for employment and major services.
Local amenities include Beaver City Park and proximity to the Republican River for fishing and outdoor activities, with limited retail options available locally.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and steady demand from local workers, with limited turnover and few short-term rental listings.
The local economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, farming, and local government services, with limited diversification.
Transportation is entirely reliant on private vehicles, with no public transit infrastructure serving the area.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this ZIP.
Furnas County Assessor manages property valuations, typically conducting periodic reviews to ensure tax equity across the county.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-wide levies for emergency services and road maintenance.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, though coverage for wind and hail damage remains a primary consideration for homeowners.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates for ZCTA 68926.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Central community green space for local gatherings and recreation.
Provides local opportunities for fishing and outdoor leisure.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.