Dixon, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dixon, Nebraska had a total population of 78, the 476th largest village in Nebraska. The poverty rate is 5.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 11.4% is notably above the national average.
Dixon Quick Facts
How Dixon 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 | 66 | 78 | +18.2% |
| Median home value | $82,500 | $60,000 | -27.3% |
How Dixon 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+)
Dixon Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Dixon County
Cities Similar to Dixon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunning | 78 | $61,750 | $73,300 | 25.8% | 7.7% |
| Farwell | 78 | $52,500 | N/A | 18.0% | 7.7% |
| Comstock | 80 | $47,500 | $80,800 | 3.1% | 3.8% |
| Linwood | 80 | $32,500 | N/A | 6.2% | 15.0% |
| Maskell | 76 | $61,250 | $85,000 | 3.5% | 10.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 78, Dixon'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
Dixon is a small community located in Nebraska, within Dixon County. The total population is 78. It ranks as the 476th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dixon is 49.8 years. This is 34% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 19.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 5.3%. This is 50% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 11.4%. This is 277% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $60,000. Housing costs are 75% lower than the state median of $238,600. 91.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Dixon has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.9%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
31.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 34.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dixon, 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 Dixon, Nebraska?
Dixon, Nebraska has a population of 78 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dixon, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Dixon — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dixon, NE?
The poverty rate in Dixon is 5.3%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dixon, Nebraska?
Dixon's population is 93.6% White, 0.0% Black, 3.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dixon, NE?
The median home value in Dixon is $60,000.
How educated is Dixon, Nebraska?
31.5% of adults (25+) in Dixon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.