Burt County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Burt County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 6,730. It is the 42nd most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Burt County is 44.8 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. 10.7% 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 Burt County is $57,303. This is 24% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 27% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 33% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $125,400. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Burt County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Burt County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.2%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 12.3%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

25.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 92.2%.