Arthur County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Arthur County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 540. It is the 91st most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Arthur County is 40.5 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. With 34.8% of the population under 18, Arthur County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 12.4% 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 Arthur County is $67,500. This is 10% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.6%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $188,800. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Arthur County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Arthur County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 12.3%.

Education

32.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Arthur County in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 34.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.9%.