How much does it cost to rent in Bellevue, NE?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Bellevue, NE is $1,384. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Bellevue cheaper than other Nebraska cities?

Bellevue falls in the middle range for Nebraska, ranking #7 out of 14 cities at $1,384/mo.

When was Bellevue rent data last updated?

Bellevue rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · NE

Bellevue

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Pop. 64,510·7th most expensive in Nebraska·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,384/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.6%

Month-over-Month

+3.4%

vs US Median

-$581

Rising (Monthly)

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Bellevue · $1,384

More affordable than 83% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

48/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Bellevue's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,384/mo

Expected by trend

$1,370/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Bellevue's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$985

1 BR

$1,045

2 BR

$1,255

3 BR

$1,670

4 BR+

$1,855

Research median

$1,255/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$16,608/yr

At $1,384/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 1.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.6% YoY, +3.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Bellevue, NE is majority owner-occupied, 34.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

64,510

Median income

$85,462

Median age

36.3

Renters

34.5%

Age distribution

24.2%

23.9%

24.4%

12%

15.4%

Under 1824.2%

18–3423.9%

35–5424.4%

55–6412%

65+15.4%

Gender

51.1%

48.9%

Male51.1%

Female48.9%

Race & ethnicity

72.1%

17%

White72.1%

Black5.7%

Hispanic17%

Asian3.1%

Other2%

Education (25+)

24%

34.6%

34.4%

No HS diploma6.9%

HS diploma24%

Some college34.6%

Bachelor's+34.4%

Housing tenure

65.5%

34.5%

Owner65.5%

Renter34.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Bellevue, NE has changed in 5 years

Rent

$996 → $1,384

up 39.0%

Income

$73,534 → $85,462

up 16.2%

Population

62,888 → 64,510

up 2.6%

Renter share

36.2% → 34.5%

-1.7 pts

Bachelor's+

33.2% → 34.4%

+1.2 pts

Median age

35.8 → 36.3

+0.5 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Bellevue, NE has shifted from $996 to $1,384, up 39.0% since 2021. Median household income climbed from $73,534 to $85,462 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.2% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Bellevue, NE adding about 1,622 residents over the five-year window, up 2.6% on net. The renter share has eased from 36.2% to 34.5%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Taken together, the five-year picture in Bellevue, NE reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Bellevue on your salary?

At $1,384/mo, how Bellevue rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 18.9% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 26.6% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 23.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 12.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 10.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 28.4% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 25.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

Bellevue rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Bellevue. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Bellevue, NE

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bellevue is $1,384/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $985/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,255/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,045/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,670/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($85,462/yr), Bellevue ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bellevue an affordable city for renters?

Bellevue is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,384/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($85,462/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bellevue falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Bellevue?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $55,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,384/mo in Bellevue. The local median household income is $85,462/yr, meaning the typical Bellevue household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bellevue?

Rent in Bellevue has increased 1.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Bellevue neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Bellevue are 68005 ($1,112/mo), and 68123 ($1,459/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Bellevue is $1,384/mo.

How does Bellevue rent compare to other cities in Nebraska?

Bellevue is middle-of-the-pack for Nebraska for rent, ranking #7 out of 14 tracked cities at $1,384/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bellevue?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bellevue ($1,384/mo): Plattsmouth ($1,276/mo), La Vista ($1,315/mo), Council Bluffs ($1,348/mo).

What percentage of Bellevue residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.5% of Bellevue households are renters, while 65.5% are owner-occupied. Bellevue leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bellevue rent compare to the national average?

Bellevue's median rent of $1,384/mo is $581 (30%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Nebraska, it ranks #7 out of 14 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

19%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,384/mo, rent takes ~19% of Bellevue's median household income ($85,462/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bellevue 19%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.46–5.84%

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