Berea, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Berea, Nebraska had a total population of 9, the 576th largest community in Nebraska. The poverty rate is 77.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (77.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Berea Quick Facts
How Berea 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 | 13 | 9 | -30.8% |
How Berea Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Berea Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Box Butte County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance | 8,075 | $65,160 | 12.8% | $161,800 |
| Hemingford | 714 | $70,667 | 9.3% | $90,600 |
Cities Similar to Berea
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ames | 9 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Lindy | 9 | $51,250 | $85,000 | 22.2% | 0.0% |
| Gross | 10 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Parks | 10 | N/A | N/A | 20.0% | 30.0% |
| Cowles | 8 | N/A | N/A | 28.6% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 9, Berea'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
Berea is a small community located in Nebraska, within Box Butte County. The total population is 9. It ranks as the 576th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Berea is 61.5 years. This is 65% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. With 44.4% of the population under 18, Berea has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 77.8%. This is 634% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. 25.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 62% lower than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Berea was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 80.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Berea, 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 Berea, Nebraska?
Berea, Nebraska has a population of 9 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Berea, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Berea — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Berea, NE?
The poverty rate in Berea is 77.8%. This means approximately 7 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Berea, Nebraska?
Berea's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Berea, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Berea — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Berea, Nebraska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Berea hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.