Avoca, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Avoca, Nebraska had a total population of 190, the 359th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $66,563, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.4%.
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 2.1x.
Avoca Quick Facts
How Avoca 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 | 186 | 190 | +2.2% |
| Median household income | $71,563 | $66,563 | -7.0% |
| Median home value | $142,700 | $137,500 | -3.6% |
How Avoca 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+)
Avoca Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Cass County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plattsmouth | 6,731 | $73,929 | 5.1% | $183,600 |
| Louisville | 1,449 | $94,208 | 7.8% | $205,600 |
| Weeping Water | 1,407 | $83,750 | 6.0% | $185,800 |
| Eagle | 1,259 | $76,875 | 2.4% | $172,800 |
| Elmwood | 774 | $76,944 | 11.2% | $194,800 |
| Greenwood | 601 | $90,774 | 24.2% | $177,000 |
| Murray | 431 | $80,250 | 6.0% | $182,100 |
| Cedar Creek | 427 | $118,456 | 2.6% | $391,100 |
| Murdock | 228 | $59,167 | 4.8% | $178,100 |
| Union | 215 | $64,000 | 22.8% | $115,600 |
Cities Similar to Avoca
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mason City | 189 | $64,375 | N/A | 35.9% | 11.1% |
| Center | 191 | $70,000 | N/A | 6.1% | 37.0% |
| Howard City (Boelus) | 186 | $68,750 | $80,000 | 20.9% | 9.7% |
| Holstein | 185 | $69,545 | $103,500 | 9.8% | 8.6% |
| Hubbard | 190 | $58,750 | $185,700 | 29.4% | 7.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 190, Avoca'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
Avoca is a small community located in Nebraska, within Cass County. The total population is 190. It ranks as the 359th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Avoca is 41.0 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. With 32.1% of the population under 18, Avoca has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Avoca is $66,563. This is 13% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.4%. This is 8% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Avoca, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $137,500. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Avoca is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Avoca has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.9% of all residents.
Education
10.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 92.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Avoca, 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 Avoca, Nebraska?
Avoca, Nebraska has a population of 190 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Avoca, NE?
The median household income in Avoca is $66,563, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Avoca, NE?
The poverty rate in Avoca is 11.4%. This means approximately 21 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Avoca, Nebraska?
Avoca's population is 97.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Avoca, NE?
The median home value in Avoca is $137,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Avoca, Nebraska?
10.6% of adults (25+) in Avoca hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.