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Bellevue, NE

Bellevue is a suburban city in Sarpy County, Nebraska, United States. It is part of the Omaha–Council Bluffs metropolitan area, and had a population of 64,176 as of the 2020 census, making it the 3rd most populous city in Nebraska, behind Omaha and Lincoln, and the second largest city in the U.S. named "Bellevue," behind Bellevue, Washington.

Bellevue is located at an elevation of 1159  ft (353 m). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.02 square miles (41.49 km²), of which 15.85 square miles (41.05 km²) is land and 0.17 square miles (0.44 km²) is water. It is bounded on the east by the Missouri River.

Established by European Americans in the 1830s, Bellevue was incorporated in 1855 and is the oldest continuously inhabited town in Nebraska. It has been credited by the Nebraska State Legislature as being the state's second-oldest incorporated settlement after Nebraska City; previously it served as the seat of government in Nebraska.

Bellevue was originally founded as a trading post for the Missouri Fur Company by Joshua Pilcher, but there were financial problems, and, eventually, Lucien Fontanelle became the owner of the post, and the first permanent resident of Bellevue. Moses Merrill founded a mission, which was the first Christian mission in Nebraska, in Bellevue. Since it was the oldest city in the Nebraska Territory, the residents were optimistic that Bellevue would become the capital of it, and the new territorial governor, Francis Burt, had already moved there, but shortly after, he died. The next governor selected Omaha as the capital instead. In 1921, the Offutt Air Force Base, housing the United States Strategic Command, was built south of Bellevue. The planes that dropped the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombs were built there. The 2019 Midwestern U.S. floods destroyed about 200 homes from the swelling of the Missouri River.

The 2020 United States census counted 64,176 people, 24,335 households, and 16,481 families in Bellevue. The population density was 2,986.3 per square mile (1,153.2/km²). There were 25,586 housing units at an average density of 1,190.6 per square mile (459.8/km2). The racial makeup was 71.77% (46,056) white, 5.87% (3,768) black or African-American, 0.84% (537) Native American, 2.45% (1,570) Asian, 0.17% (107) Pacific Islander, 6.66% (4,275) from other races, and 12.25% (7,863) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 16.0% (10,606) of the population.

Health and wellness are paramount in Bellevue, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Bellevue Medical Center stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Bellevue Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Bob's Fitness Center, Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping and Blue Moon Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Bellevue, such as the Swanson Park Trail and Riverview Boardwalk. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Bellevue, NE are Fontenelle Forest, Jewell Dog Park, and Sarpy County Museum.

Population: 64,777 (2024). ZIP code: 68005. Area code(s): 402, 531. Elevation: 1,089 ft (332 m). Area: 21.71 sq mi (56.24 km²).

FAQs

What is the cost of living in Bellevue, NE?

Bellevue, Nebraska's cost of living is 8% lower than the national average. Bellevue's housing expenses are 14% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 17% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 5% lower than the national average. Bellevue has grocery prices that are 1% higher than the national average. Healthcare in Bellevue is 4% higher than the national average.

Is Bellevue, NE a good place to live?

Bellevue is a suburb of Omaha with a population of 63,336. Bellevue is in Sarpy County and is one of the best places to live in Nebraska. Living in Bellevue offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Bellevue there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Bellevue and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Bellevue are above average.

What is Bellevue, NE known for?

Bellevue, is a small town in Sarpy County, Nebraska, just south of Omaha and west of the Missouri River. It is the oldest town in Nebraska and the oldest town west of the Missouri River. It is known for being the historical home to Strategic Air Command and, today, US Strategic Command.

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City of Bellevue

Bellevue Medical Center 

Bellevue Parks and Recreation Department

Bob's Fitness Center 

Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping 

Blue Moon Fitness

Swanson Park Trail 

Riverview Boardwalk

Fontenelle Forest

Jewell Dog Park

Sarpy County Museum

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