Kimball, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kimball, Nebraska had a total population of 2,225, the 58th largest city in Nebraska, with a median household income of $56,174, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.9%.
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 2.0x.
Kimball Quick Facts
How Kimball 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 | 2,153 | 2,225 | +3.3% |
| Median household income | $57,153 | $56,174 | -1.7% |
| Median home value | $105,700 | $112,100 | +6.1% |
How Kimball 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+)
Kimball Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Kimball County
Cities Similar to Kimball
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ord | 2,100 | $57,818 | $119,800 | 26.5% | 11.1% |
| Madison | 2,079 | $62,738 | $133,200 | 15.7% | 14.9% |
| Mitchell | 1,962 | $54,150 | $122,300 | 12.7% | 11.1% |
| Imperial | 2,210 | $74,176 | $158,600 | 25.1% | 7.1% |
| Valentine | 2,633 | $56,898 | $148,600 | 25.7% | 9.1% |
Population Overview
Kimball is a small community located in Nebraska, within Kimball County. The total population is 2,225. It ranks as the 58th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kimball is 46.4 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 17.2% 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 Kimball is $56,174. This is 27% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.9%. This is 40% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Kimball, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $112,100. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Kimball is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Kimball is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.7%. The Black or African American population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
16.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 87.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kimball, 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 Kimball, Nebraska?
Kimball, Nebraska has a population of 2,225 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kimball, NE?
The median household income in Kimball is $56,174, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kimball, NE?
The poverty rate in Kimball is 14.9%. This means approximately 320 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kimball, Nebraska?
Kimball's population is 80.0% White, 2.2% Black, 12.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kimball, NE?
The median home value in Kimball is $112,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Kimball, Nebraska?
16.1% of adults (25+) in Kimball hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.