Cherry County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Cherry County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 5,468. It is the 51st most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cherry County is 43.5 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Cherry County is $63,750. This is 15% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 19% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 0.4%. This is 85% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $136,000. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Cherry County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 62.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Cherry County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.0%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 12.3%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

24.2% 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 97.4%.