Alliance, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Alliance, Nebraska had a total population of 8,075, the 21st largest city in Nebraska, with a median household income of $65,160, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.0%.
Alliance Quick Facts
How Alliance 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 | 8,089 | 8,075 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $65,599 | $65,160 | -0.7% |
| Median home value | $156,300 | $161,800 | +3.5% |
How Alliance 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+)
Alliance Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Box Butte County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hemingford | 714 | $70,667 | 9.3% | $90,600 |
| Berea | 9 | N/A | 77.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Alliance
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York | 8,141 | $63,265 | $180,900 | 27.5% | 11.5% |
| Seward | 7,678 | $72,564 | $244,600 | 38.6% | 9.6% |
| Nebraska City | 7,369 | $67,117 | $162,000 | 24.6% | 12.1% |
| Gering | 8,550 | $75,093 | $186,500 | 32.6% | 12.4% |
| Blair | 7,914 | $81,452 | $221,500 | 32.8% | 7.8% |
Population Overview
Alliance is a small city located in Nebraska, within Box Butte County. The total population is 8,075. It ranks as the 21st most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Alliance is 40.8 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Alliance is $65,160. This is 15% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.8%. This is 20% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $161,800. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Alliance is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Alliance is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.4%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
18.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 93.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Alliance, 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 Alliance, Nebraska?
Alliance, Nebraska has a population of 8,075 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Alliance, NE?
The median household income in Alliance is $65,160, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Alliance, NE?
The poverty rate in Alliance is 12.8%. This means approximately 1,015 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Alliance, Nebraska?
Alliance's population is 77.8% White, 0.2% Black, 12.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Alliance, NE?
The median home value in Alliance is $161,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Alliance, Nebraska?
18.1% of adults (25+) in Alliance hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.