Fairmont village, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Fairmont village is a small community located in Nebraska. The total population is 584. It ranks as the 195th most populous out of 584 cities and towns in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fairmont village is 61.5 years. This is 66% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. Only 14.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 17.6% 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 Fairmont village is $67,404. This is 10% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.8%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $65,000. Housing costs are 71% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Fairmont village is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Fairmont village has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 12.3%.

Education

9.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 73% 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 96.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fairmont village, Nebraska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 584 Census-designated places in Nebraska. For official data, visit data.census.gov.