Ewing, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ewing, Nebraska had a total population of 372, the 249th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $61,667, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 36.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Nebraska.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
Ewing Quick Facts
How Ewing 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 | 386 | 372 | -3.6% |
| Median household income | $59,417 | $61,667 | +3.8% |
| Median home value | $55,700 | $77,800 | +39.7% |
How Ewing 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+)
Ewing Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Holt County
Cities Similar to Ewing
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merna | 383 | $61,875 | $100,000 | 14.4% | 19.7% |
| Beaver Crossing | 357 | $62,813 | $142,600 | 16.1% | 15.5% |
| Bartley | 352 | N/A | $86,600 | 10.2% | 5.4% |
| Spalding | 353 | $65,625 | $127,300 | 18.7% | 2.7% |
| Palmer | 403 | $62,578 | $123,900 | 15.0% | 5.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 372, Ewing'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
Ewing is a small community located in Nebraska, within Holt County. The total population is 372. It ranks as the 249th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ewing is 38.4 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. With 28.2% of the population under 18, Ewing has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ewing is $61,667. This is 19% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.0%. This is 42% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 79% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $77,800. Housing costs are 67% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Ewing is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Ewing has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.9% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.5%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
36.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Ewing in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 7% higher 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 97.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ewing, 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 Ewing, Nebraska?
Ewing, Nebraska has a population of 372 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ewing, NE?
The median household income in Ewing is $61,667, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ewing, NE?
The poverty rate in Ewing is 15.0%. This means approximately 56 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ewing, Nebraska?
Ewing's population is 97.9% White, 0.3% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ewing, NE?
The median home value in Ewing is $77,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Ewing, Nebraska?
36.9% of adults (25+) in Ewing hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.