Abie, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Abie, Nebraska had a total population of 59, the 505th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $55,938, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
Abie Quick Facts
How Abie Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 61 | 59 | -3.3% |
| Median household income | $49,821 | $55,938 | +12.3% |
| Median home value | $67,000 | $72,500 | +8.2% |
How Abie Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Abie Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Butler County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David City | 3,017 | $65,573 | 15.0% | $165,200 |
| Bellwood | 492 | $72,639 | 8.7% | $147,900 |
| Brainard | 303 | $68,750 | 6.9% | $172,800 |
| Rising City | 256 | $90,139 | 9.4% | $135,900 |
| Dwight | 230 | $71,042 | 3.9% | $154,600 |
| Ulysses | 190 | $76,458 | 14.7% | $36,300 |
| Octavia | 153 | $59,375 | 31.4% | $100,000 |
| Bruno | 104 | $37,212 | 12.5% | N/A |
| Linwood | 80 | $32,500 | 15.0% | N/A |
| Garrison | 61 | $65,000 | 4.9% | $65,800 |
Cities Similar to Abie
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fontanelle | 60 | N/A | N/A | 54.8% | 0.0% |
| Hubbell | 61 | N/A | $41,700 | 4.2% | 18.0% |
| Magnet | 61 | $59,063 | $33,800 | 9.1% | 14.8% |
| Tobias | 61 | $61,250 | $102,500 | 20.0% | 16.7% |
| Garrison | 61 | $65,000 | $65,800 | 7.1% | 4.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 59, Abie's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Abie is a small community located in Nebraska, within Butler County. The total population is 59. It ranks as the 505th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Abie is 43.5 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 13.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Abie is $55,938. This is 27% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.2%. This is 4% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Abie, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $72,500. Housing costs are 70% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Abie is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Abie has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.5%.
Education
7.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% lower than the state rate of 34.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 78.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Abie, Nebraska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Abie, Nebraska?
Abie, Nebraska has a population of 59 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Abie, NE?
The median household income in Abie is $55,938, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Abie, NE?
The poverty rate in Abie is 10.2%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Abie, Nebraska?
Abie's population is 91.5% White, 0.0% Black, 8.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Abie, NE?
The median home value in Abie is $72,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Abie, Nebraska?
7.1% of adults (25+) in Abie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.