Furnas County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Furnas County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 4,605. It is the 57th most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Furnas County is 46.4 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. 11.3% 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 Furnas County is $60,625. This is 19% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 20% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 61% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $91,800. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Furnas County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Furnas County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.1%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.1%) is well below the state average of 12.3%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

22.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 90.5%.