Cushing, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cushing, Nebraska had a total population of 112, the 437th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $98,478, which is 29% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 25.7% is notably above the national average.
Cushing Quick Facts
How Cushing 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 | 96 | 112 | +16.7% |
| Median household income | $95,924 | $98,478 | +2.7% |
How Cushing 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+)
Cushing Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Howard County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Paul | 2,758 | $62,212 | 3.9% | $203,300 |
| St. Libory | 307 | N/A | 7.5% | $145,000 |
| Dannebrog | 235 | $63,250 | 7.2% | $127,500 |
| Howard City (Boelus) | 186 | $68,750 | 9.7% | $80,000 |
| Elba | 171 | $36,250 | 10.7% | $98,300 |
| Farwell | 78 | $52,500 | 7.7% | N/A |
| Cotesfield | 27 | N/A | 3.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Cushing
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownville | 102 | N/A | $112,500 | 31.0% | 12.8% |
| Salem | 102 | N/A | $42,500 | 2.3% | 8.8% |
| Davey | 117 | $109,375 | $230,700 | 27.6% | 8.6% |
| King Lake | 101 | N/A | N/A | 11.9% | 23.8% |
| Bloomington | 112 | $78,571 | $103,600 | 14.7% | 0.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 112, Cushing'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
Cushing is a small community located in Nebraska, within Howard County. The total population is 112. It ranks as the 437th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cushing is 37.3 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.2 years. With 33.9% of the population under 18, Cushing has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cushing is $98,478. This is 29% higher than the state median of $76,475. It is also 22% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Cushing. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 25.7%. This is 749% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. 97.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 46% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cushing is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 24.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (24.1% vs 12.7%).
Education
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cushing, 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 Cushing, Nebraska?
Cushing, Nebraska has a population of 112 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cushing, NE?
The median household income in Cushing is $98,478, which is 22% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cushing, NE?
The ACS sample for Cushing recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Cushing, Nebraska?
Cushing's population is 75.9% White, 0.0% Black, 24.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cushing, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Cushing — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Cushing, Nebraska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Cushing hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.