Kilgore, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kilgore, Nebraska had a total population of 135, the 412th largest village in Nebraska. The poverty rate is 5.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Kilgore Quick Facts
How Kilgore 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 | 116 | 135 | +16.4% |
| Median home value | $60,000 | $48,900 | -18.5% |
How Kilgore 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+)
Kilgore Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Cherry County
Cities Similar to Kilgore
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aten | 136 | N/A | N/A | 42.0% | 3.7% |
| Lynch | 137 | $38,214 | $54,100 | 23.3% | 4.5% |
| Atlanta | 133 | $65,750 | N/A | 1.1% | 7.5% |
| Martell | 133 | $134,115 | $199,100 | 10.5% | 0.0% |
| Odessa | 138 | $39,792 | $139,600 | 8.6% | 3.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 135, Kilgore'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
Kilgore is a small community located in Nebraska, within Cherry County. The total population is 135. It ranks as the 412th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kilgore is 52.5 years. This is 41% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. Only 11.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 5.3%. This is 50% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Kilgore, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $48,900. Housing costs are 80% lower than the state median of $238,600. 92.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Kilgore is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.5% of the population.
Education
5.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 83% 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 91.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kilgore, 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 Kilgore, Nebraska?
Kilgore, Nebraska has a population of 135 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kilgore, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Kilgore — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kilgore, NE?
The poverty rate in Kilgore is 5.3%. This means approximately 7 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kilgore, Nebraska?
Kilgore's population is 78.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kilgore, NE?
The median home value in Kilgore is $48,900.
How educated is Kilgore, Nebraska?
5.8% of adults (25+) in Kilgore hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.