Fillmore County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Fillmore County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 5,551. It is the 50th most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fillmore County is 46.3 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. 10.9% 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 Fillmore County is $76,354. This is 2% higher than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.9%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 0.6%. This is 80% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $131,200. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Fillmore County 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

Fillmore County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.7%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 12.3%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

21.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 94.7%.