Frontier County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Frontier County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 2,562. It is the 71st most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Frontier County is 42.8 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. 12.2% 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 Frontier County is $68,207. This is 9% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 13% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.1%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 28% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $138,800. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Frontier County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Frontier County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.8%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 12.3%.

Education

26.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 92.9%.