Boone County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Boone County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 5,366. It is the 52nd most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Boone County is 43.2 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. 11.3% 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 Boone County is $71,367. This is 5% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 9% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.2%. This is 11% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $164,700. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Boone County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Boone County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.9%. The Black or African American population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.9%) is well below the state average of 12.3%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

18.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 34.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.8%.