Cuming County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Cuming County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 8,976. It is the 31st most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cuming County is 40.8 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. 10.2% 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 Cuming County is $70,708. This is 6% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 10% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $174,900. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Cuming County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Cuming County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.2%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

24.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% 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 92.1%.