Foster, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Foster, Nebraska had a total population of 50, the 513th largest village in Nebraska. The poverty rate is 16.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Foster Quick Facts
How Foster 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 | 32 | 50 | +56.3% |
How Foster 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+)
Foster Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Pierce County
Cities Similar to Foster
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ong | 50 | N/A | N/A | 4.9% | 20.0% |
| Berwyn | 51 | $46,250 | $75,000 | 2.2% | 9.8% |
| Lemoyne | 51 | $65,529 | N/A | 0.0% | 27.5% |
| Liberty | 51 | $52,917 | N/A | 0.0% | 47.1% |
| Archer | 53 | $61,250 | N/A | 11.3% | 11.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 50, Foster'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
Foster is a small community located in Nebraska, within Pierce County. The total population is 50. It ranks as the 513th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Foster is 39.8 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 20.0% 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 16.0%. This is 51% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Foster, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Foster was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Foster, 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 Foster, Nebraska?
Foster, Nebraska has a population of 50 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Foster, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Foster — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Foster, NE?
The poverty rate in Foster is 16.0%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Foster, Nebraska?
Foster's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Foster, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Foster — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Foster, Nebraska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Foster hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.