Butler County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Butler County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 8,413. It is the 32nd most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Butler County is 42.7 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Butler County is $82,603. This is 10% higher than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 5% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.6%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 60% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $165,700. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Butler County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Butler County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.0%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.0%) is well below the state average of 12.3%.

Education

25.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 91.8%.