Nemaha County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Nemaha County is located in Kansas with a total population of 10,213. It is the 38th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Nemaha County is 40.0 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Nemaha County is $77,375. This is 7% higher than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 1% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.7%. This is 33% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 77% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $196,100. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Nemaha County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Nemaha County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.5%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

30.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.7%.