Colfax County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Colfax County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 10,541. It is the 25th most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Colfax County is 35.0 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 37.1 years. With 30.4% of the population under 18, Colfax County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Colfax County is $79,720. This is 6% higher than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 2% higher. The poverty rate stands at 8.7%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $128,800. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Colfax County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Colfax County is Hispanic or Latino, making up 47.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 45.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (47.3% vs 12.3%). The Asian population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

14.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 59% 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 76.7%.