Hitchcock County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Hitchcock County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 2,601. It is the 70th most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hitchcock County is 44.7 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. 11.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hitchcock County is $52,016. This is 31% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 34% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.6%. This is 13% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $88,800. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Hitchcock County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hitchcock County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.9%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.9%) is well below the state average of 12.3%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

19.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 93.2%.