Big Springs, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Big Springs, Nebraska had a total population of 496, the 213th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $68,125, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.1%.
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 1.4x.
Big Springs Quick Facts
How Big Springs 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 | 479 | 496 | +3.5% |
| Median household income | $63,750 | $68,125 | +6.9% |
| Median home value | $94,900 | $96,200 | +1.4% |
How Big Springs 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+)
Big Springs Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Deuel County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chappell | 915 | $65,000 | 8.6% | $94,000 |
Cities Similar to Big Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winside | 485 | $66,667 | $104,200 | 23.5% | 8.3% |
| Inglewood | 511 | $66,875 | $135,600 | 21.8% | 7.8% |
| Bellwood | 492 | $72,639 | $147,900 | 14.7% | 8.7% |
| Elwood | 534 | $66,389 | $183,300 | 25.9% | 8.4% |
| Hildreth | 480 | $59,643 | $115,300 | 23.5% | 7.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 496, Big Springs'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
Big Springs is a small community located in Nebraska, within Deuel County. The total population is 496. It ranks as the 213th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Big Springs is 49.4 years. This is 33% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Big Springs is $68,125. This is 11% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.1%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 12% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $96,200. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Big Springs is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Big Springs is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.5%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
19.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 88.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Big Springs, 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 Big Springs, Nebraska?
Big Springs, Nebraska has a population of 496 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Big Springs, NE?
The median household income in Big Springs is $68,125, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Big Springs, NE?
The poverty rate in Big Springs is 13.1%. This means approximately 65 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Big Springs, Nebraska?
Big Springs's population is 79.4% White, 0.0% Black, 13.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Big Springs, NE?
The median home value in Big Springs is $96,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Big Springs, Nebraska?
19.4% of adults (25+) in Big Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.