Lakeview, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lakeview, Nebraska had a total population of 447, the 226th largest community in Nebraska, with a median household income of $138,397, which is 81% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 81% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Nebraska.
- 40.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Nebraska.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
- Unemployment rate of 9.6% is notably above the national average.
Lakeview Quick Facts
How Lakeview 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 | 446 | 447 | +0.2% |
| Median household income | $133,265 | $138,397 | +3.9% |
| Median home value | $238,600 | $317,200 | +32.9% |
How Lakeview 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+)
Lakeview Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Platte County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | 24,488 | $64,626 | 11.3% | $213,600 |
| Humphrey | 713 | $73,977 | 6.9% | $231,300 |
| Duncan | 612 | $74,688 | 1.4% | $162,500 |
| Platte Center | 318 | $76,250 | 10.8% | $131,700 |
| Lindsay | 313 | $84,167 | 1.3% | $215,000 |
| Monroe | 252 | $75,500 | 8.4% | $126,000 |
| Creston | 170 | $64,792 | 4.7% | $122,700 |
| Cornlea | 42 | N/A | 11.9% | $108,300 |
| Tarnov | 27 | $77,917 | 11.1% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Lakeview
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek | 427 | $118,456 | $391,100 | 25.9% | 2.6% |
| Kennard | 425 | $95,000 | $189,500 | 17.5% | 4.5% |
| Bartley | 352 | N/A | $86,600 | 10.2% | 5.4% |
| Eustis | 431 | $88,750 | $155,900 | 23.1% | 4.4% |
| Nickerson | 552 | $155,080 | $74,600 | 3.2% | 15.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 447, Lakeview'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
Lakeview is a small community located in Nebraska, within Platte County. The total population is 447. It ranks as the 226th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lakeview is 39.5 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. With 29.3% of the population under 18, Lakeview has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lakeview is $138,397. This is 81% higher than the state median of $76,475. It is also 71% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.8%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 9.6%. This is 216% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $317,200. Housing costs are 33% higher than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Lakeview is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 90.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Lakeview was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.8% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
40.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Lakeview in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 34.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lakeview, 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 Lakeview, Nebraska?
Lakeview, Nebraska has a population of 447 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lakeview, NE?
The median household income in Lakeview is $138,397, which is 71% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lakeview, NE?
The poverty rate in Lakeview is 9.8%. This means approximately 44 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lakeview, Nebraska?
Lakeview's population is 99.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lakeview, NE?
The median home value in Lakeview is $317,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Lakeview, Nebraska?
40.0% of adults (25+) in Lakeview hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.