Belgrade, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Belgrade, Nebraska had a total population of 224, the 337th largest village in Nebraska. The poverty rate is 16.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Belgrade Quick Facts
How Belgrade 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 | 211 | 224 | +6.2% |
| Median home value | $40,000 | $42,900 | +7.2% |
How Belgrade 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+)
Belgrade Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Nance County
Cities Similar to Belgrade
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dix | 224 | $52,500 | $105,000 | 11.4% | 12.5% |
| Thedford | 225 | $75,224 | $84,000 | 23.6% | 5.8% |
| Lawrence | 223 | $69,375 | $89,400 | 22.0% | 1.8% |
| Lodgepole | 223 | $25,341 | $76,000 | 16.4% | 27.8% |
| Madrid | 226 | $75,000 | $91,300 | 13.9% | 11.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 224, Belgrade'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
Belgrade is a small community located in Nebraska, within Nance County. The total population is 224. It ranks as the 337th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Belgrade is 57.0 years. This is 53% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 16.1%. This is 52% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Belgrade, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $42,900. Housing costs are 82% lower than the state median of $238,600. 82.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Belgrade has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
12.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 97.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Belgrade, 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 Belgrade, Nebraska?
Belgrade, Nebraska has a population of 224 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Belgrade, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Belgrade — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Belgrade, NE?
The poverty rate in Belgrade is 16.1%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Belgrade, Nebraska?
Belgrade's population is 96.4% White, 0.0% Black, 3.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Belgrade, NE?
The median home value in Belgrade is $42,900.
How educated is Belgrade, Nebraska?
12.9% of adults (25+) in Belgrade hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.