Cody, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cody, Nebraska had a total population of 125, the 421st largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $72,500, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
Cody Quick Facts
How Cody 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 | 180 | 125 | -30.6% |
| Median household income | $68,594 | $72,500 | +5.7% |
| Median home value | $102,100 | $102,800 | +0.7% |
How Cody 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cody Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Cherry County
Cities Similar to Cody
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayr | 126 | $76,250 | $90,000 | 20.0% | 14.3% |
| Memphis | 130 | $73,750 | $168,800 | 6.3% | 3.9% |
| Jansen | 123 | $65,625 | $60,000 | 7.2% | 20.3% |
| Kilgore | 135 | N/A | $48,900 | 5.8% | 5.3% |
| Aten | 136 | N/A | N/A | 42.0% | 3.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 125, Cody'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
Cody is a small community located in Nebraska, within Cherry County. The total population is 125. It ranks as the 421st most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cody is 41.8 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cody is $72,500. This is 5% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 6% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 61% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $102,800. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Cody is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cody is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
27.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% lower than 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 84.3%. Notably, 15.7% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cody, 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 Cody, Nebraska?
Cody, Nebraska has a population of 125 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cody, NE?
The median household income in Cody is $72,500, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cody, NE?
The poverty rate in Cody is 11.2%. This means approximately 14 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cody, Nebraska?
Cody's population is 76.0% White, 0.8% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cody, NE?
The median home value in Cody is $102,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Cody, Nebraska?
27.5% of adults (25+) in Cody hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.