Bartley, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bartley, Nebraska had a total population of 352, the 257th largest village in Nebraska. The poverty rate is 5.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bartley Quick Facts
How Bartley 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 | 396 | 352 | -11.1% |
| Median home value | $86,200 | $86,600 | +0.5% |
How Bartley 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+)
Bartley Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Red Willow County
Cities Similar to Bartley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niobrara | 353 | $39,519 | $95,400 | 23.3% | 11.4% |
| Spalding | 353 | $65,625 | $127,300 | 18.7% | 2.7% |
| Sumner | 353 | $70,000 | $95,800 | 18.8% | 2.0% |
| Polk | 351 | $55,000 | $97,200 | 12.9% | 10.5% |
| Oakdale | 355 | $71,250 | $46,700 | 6.1% | 23.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 352, Bartley'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
Bartley is a small community located in Nebraska, within Red Willow County. The total population is 352. It ranks as the 257th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bartley is 52.5 years. This is 41% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 5.4%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 29% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $86,600. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $238,600. 74.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Bartley was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.2% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
10.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 71% 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 83.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bartley, 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 Bartley, Nebraska?
Bartley, Nebraska has a population of 352 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bartley, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bartley — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bartley, NE?
The poverty rate in Bartley is 5.4%. This means approximately 19 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bartley, Nebraska?
Bartley's population is 99.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bartley, NE?
The median home value in Bartley is $86,600.
How educated is Bartley, Nebraska?
10.2% of adults (25+) in Bartley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.