Blue Hill, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Blue Hill, Nebraska had a total population of 782, the 151st largest city in Nebraska, with a median household income of $62,813, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.0%.
Blue Hill Quick Facts
How Blue Hill 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 | 794 | 782 | -1.5% |
| Median household income | $62,273 | $62,813 | +0.9% |
| Median home value | $162,500 | $166,200 | +2.3% |
How Blue Hill 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+)
Blue Hill Rankings in Nebraska
Explore Nebraska Rankings
Other Cities in Webster County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Cloud | 934 | $45,909 | 12.2% | $74,200 |
| Guide Rock | 286 | $39,444 | 24.8% | $44,400 |
| Bladen | 166 | $66,875 | 2.4% | $72,500 |
| Inavale | 41 | $61,071 | 21.9% | $58,600 |
| Cowles | 8 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Blue Hill
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beemer | 775 | $61,667 | $129,300 | 19.6% | 8.9% |
| Curtis | 769 | $58,750 | $149,100 | 19.5% | 18.3% |
| Juniata | 750 | $64,500 | $143,300 | 17.6% | 8.8% |
| Walthill | 812 | $70,398 | $39,400 | 19.9% | 9.1% |
| Scribner | 725 | $58,889 | $114,400 | 16.5% | 14.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 782, Blue Hill'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
Blue Hill is a small community located in Nebraska, within Webster County. The total population is 782. It ranks as the 151st most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Blue Hill is 43.1 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 13.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Blue Hill is $62,813. This is 18% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.0%. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $166,200. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Blue Hill is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Blue Hill has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.1%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
20.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 94.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Blue Hill, 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.
Free data download: Get all Nebraska city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Blue Hill, Nebraska?
Blue Hill, Nebraska has a population of 782 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Blue Hill, NE?
The median household income in Blue Hill is $62,813, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Blue Hill, NE?
The poverty rate in Blue Hill is 13.7%. This means approximately 101 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Blue Hill, Nebraska?
Blue Hill's population is 90.7% White, 0.8% Black, 3.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Blue Hill, NE?
The median home value in Blue Hill is $166,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Blue Hill, Nebraska?
20.7% of adults (25+) in Blue Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.