Dundy County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Dundy County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 1,811. It is the 76th most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dundy County is 45.6 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dundy County is $56,563. This is 25% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.0%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 0.3%. This is 90% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $118,200. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Dundy County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Dundy County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 12.3%.

Education

23.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% 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 95.2%.