Deuel County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Deuel County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 1,865. It is the 75th most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Deuel County is 50.7 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. 10.7% 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 Deuel County is $61,438. This is 18% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.1%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $97,200. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Deuel County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Deuel County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.1%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

22.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 91.3%.