Johnson County, Nebraska Demographics 2026
Johnson County, Nebraska has a population of 5,261, the 53rd most populous county in Nebraska. The median household income is $57,632 and the median home value is $155,500. The poverty rate is 9.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Johnson County Quick Facts
How Johnson County 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 | 5,263 | 5,261 | -0.0% |
| Median household income | $59,457 | $57,632 | -3.1% |
| Median home value | $131,500 | $155,500 | +18.3% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Johnson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tecumseh | 1,882 | $45,357 | 12.8% | $106,300 |
| Sterling | 717 | $70,313 | 11.6% | $130,400 |
| Cook | 328 | $65,714 | 10.7% | $110,400 |
| Elk Creek | 122 | $55,625 | 27.1% | $40,000 |
| Crab Orchard | 20 | $62,500 | 5.0% | $43,000 |
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Population Overview
Johnson County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 5,261. It is the 53rd most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Johnson County is 41.1 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Johnson County is $57,632. This is 25% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.7%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 11% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $155,500. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Johnson County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Johnson County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.9%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
17.7% 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. 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 86.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Johnson County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Nebraska and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Johnson County, Nebraska?
Johnson County has a population of 5,261, making it the 53rd most populous county in Nebraska.
What is the median income in Johnson County?
The median household income in Johnson County is $57,632 with a poverty rate of 9.7%.
How many cities are in Johnson County, Nebraska?
Johnson County contains 5 Census-designated places.