Hamlet, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hamlet, Nebraska had a total population of 16, the 561st largest village in Nebraska. The poverty rate is 25.0%.
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%.
Hamlet Quick Facts
How Hamlet 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 | 17 | 16 | -5.9% |
How Hamlet 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+)
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Other Cities in Hayes County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayes Center | 297 | $58,750 | 17.5% | $85,600 |
Cities Similar to Hamlet
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obert | 16 | $55,833 | N/A | 0.0% | 12.5% |
| Preston | 16 | $50,417 | $103,100 | 18.8% | 0.0% |
| Wood Lake | 16 | $30,417 | $55,000 | 25.0% | 18.8% |
| Lisco | 18 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Wann | 18 | N/A | N/A | 31.3% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 16, Hamlet'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
Hamlet is a small community located in Nebraska, within Hayes County. The total population is 16. It ranks as the 561st most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hamlet is 67.5 years. This is 81% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 25.0%. This is 136% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Hamlet, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 54.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Hamlet 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 68.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hamlet, 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 Hamlet, Nebraska?
Hamlet, Nebraska has a population of 16 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hamlet, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Hamlet — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hamlet, NE?
The poverty rate in Hamlet is 25.0%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hamlet, Nebraska?
Hamlet's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hamlet, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Hamlet — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Hamlet, Nebraska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Hamlet hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.