Custer County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Custer County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 10,544. It is the 24th most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Custer County is 42.3 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Custer County is $66,310. This is 12% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 16% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.6%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $160,500. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Custer County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Custer County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.8%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 12.3%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

25.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 94.0%.