Hershey, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hershey, Nebraska had a total population of 724, the 161st largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $91,458, which is 20% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.3%.
Hershey Quick Facts
How Hershey 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 | 671 | 724 | +7.9% |
| Median household income | $79,375 | $91,458 | +15.2% |
| Median home value | $150,000 | $172,000 | +14.7% |
How Hershey 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+)
Hershey Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Lincoln County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Platte | 22,831 | $58,097 | 15.4% | $169,100 |
| Sutherland | 1,209 | $72,857 | 9.8% | $188,200 |
| Brady | 470 | $80,833 | 6.3% | $151,200 |
| Wallace | 266 | $63,125 | 3.0% | $107,900 |
| Maxwell | 174 | $87,500 | 4.6% | $91,300 |
| Wellfleet | 74 | $49,792 | 1.4% | $71,700 |
Cities Similar to Hershey
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Bluffs | 782 | $92,639 | $167,200 | 30.7% | 9.6% |
| Bertrand | 718 | $73,672 | $145,100 | 24.9% | 4.5% |
| Humphrey | 713 | $73,977 | $231,300 | 31.5% | 6.9% |
| McCool Junction | 718 | $118,438 | $149,500 | 21.3% | 3.3% |
| Sterling | 717 | $70,313 | $130,400 | 24.8% | 11.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 724, Hershey'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
Hershey is a small community located in Nebraska, within Lincoln County. The total population is 724. It ranks as the 161st most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hershey is 41.8 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hershey is $91,458. This is 20% higher than the state median of $76,475. It is also 13% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.0%. This is 34% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.3%. This is 91% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $172,000. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Hershey is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Hershey is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.8%.
Education
17.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 34.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hershey, 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 Hershey, Nebraska?
Hershey, Nebraska has a population of 724 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hershey, NE?
The median household income in Hershey is $91,458, which is 13% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hershey, NE?
The poverty rate in Hershey is 7.0%. This means approximately 51 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hershey, Nebraska?
Hershey's population is 82.2% White, 0.0% Black, 9.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hershey, NE?
The median home value in Hershey is $172,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Hershey, Nebraska?
17.7% of adults (25+) in Hershey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.