Clinton, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Clinton, Nebraska had a total population of 66, the 493rd largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $56,964, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Clinton Quick Facts
How Clinton 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 | 73 | 66 | -9.6% |
| Median household income | $54,911 | $56,964 | +3.7% |
How Clinton 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+)
Clinton Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Sheridan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon | 1,721 | $59,226 | 14.1% | $97,400 |
| Rushville | 877 | $53,958 | 12.3% | $98,400 |
| Hay Springs | 649 | $57,031 | 9.1% | $87,900 |
Cities Similar to Clinton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saronville | 69 | N/A | $112,500 | 46.0% | 10.1% |
| Martinsburg | 71 | $57,083 | $131,300 | 13.0% | 25.4% |
| Hubbell | 61 | N/A | $41,700 | 4.2% | 18.0% |
| Lorton | 72 | N/A | $57,800 | 17.2% | 20.8% |
| Nemaha | 64 | $50,625 | $53,000 | 19.1% | 12.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 66, Clinton'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
Clinton is a small community located in Nebraska, within Sheridan County. The total population is 66. It ranks as the 493rd most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Clinton is 62.3 years. This is 67% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Clinton is $56,964. This is 26% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Clinton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 50.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% lower than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Clinton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.9% of all residents.
Education
13.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% lower than the state rate of 34.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Clinton, 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 Clinton, Nebraska?
Clinton, Nebraska has a population of 66 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Clinton, NE?
The median household income in Clinton is $56,964, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Clinton, NE?
The poverty rate in Clinton is 13.6%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Clinton, Nebraska?
Clinton's population is 87.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Clinton, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Clinton — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Clinton, Nebraska?
13.5% of adults (25+) in Clinton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.