Cass County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Cass County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 26,963. It is the 12th most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cass County is 41.0 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Cass County is $88,255. This is 18% higher than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 12% higher. The poverty rate stands at 4.9%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $247,200. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Cass County 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

Cass County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.9%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) 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

31.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% 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 95.8%.