Chase County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Chase County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 3,639. It is the 61st most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Chase County is 41.8 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. 12.7% 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 Chase County is $62,782. This is 16% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 20% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.7%. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $178,700. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Chase County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Chase County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.4%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 4.6%.

Education

24.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 88.5%.