Chambers, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Chambers, Nebraska had a total population of 424, the 237th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $73,333, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 34.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Nebraska.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.4%.
Chambers Quick Facts
How Chambers 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 | 418 | 424 | +1.4% |
| Median household income | $54,167 | $73,333 | +35.4% |
| Median home value | $83,800 | $91,000 | +8.6% |
How Chambers 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+)
Chambers Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Holt County
Cities Similar to Chambers
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murray | 431 | $80,250 | $182,100 | 21.2% | 6.0% |
| Giltner | 457 | $73,250 | $184,900 | 19.1% | 5.4% |
| De Witt | 437 | $80,526 | $136,900 | 21.4% | 3.9% |
| Dalton | 435 | $66,042 | $95,700 | 35.4% | 6.7% |
| Shickley | 387 | $72,708 | $150,900 | 28.9% | 14.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 424, Chambers'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
Chambers is a small community located in Nebraska, within Holt County. The total population is 424. It ranks as the 237th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Chambers is 30.1 years. This is 19% lower than the state median of 37.2 years. With 28.8% of the population under 18, Chambers has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Chambers is $73,333. This is 4% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.9%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.4%. This is 85% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $91,000. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Chambers is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Chambers has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.2%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 4.6%.
Education
34.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Chambers in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is about the same as 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 98.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Chambers, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Chambers, Nebraska?
Chambers, Nebraska has a population of 424 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Chambers, NE?
The median household income in Chambers is $73,333, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Chambers, NE?
The poverty rate in Chambers is 10.9%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Chambers, Nebraska?
Chambers's population is 97.4% White, 0.2% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Chambers, NE?
The median home value in Chambers is $91,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.
How educated is Chambers, Nebraska?
34.8% of adults (25+) in Chambers hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.