Lewiston, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lewiston, Nebraska had a total population of 42, the 522nd largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $41,250, which is 46% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 46% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x.
Lewiston Quick Facts
How Lewiston 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 | 40 | 42 | +5.0% |
| Median household income | $34,375 | $41,250 | +20.0% |
| Median home value | $45,500 | $48,300 | +6.2% |
How Lewiston 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+)
Lewiston Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Pawnee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pawnee City | 801 | $45,096 | 17.6% | $64,000 |
| Table Rock | 255 | $49,844 | 26.1% | $73,300 |
| Du Bois | 145 | N/A | 17.5% | $55,000 |
| Burchard | 119 | $64,688 | 2.5% | $56,700 |
| Steinauer | 73 | $48,125 | 23.9% | $65,000 |
Cities Similar to Lewiston
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornlea | 42 | N/A | $108,300 | 13.8% | 11.9% |
| Julian | 42 | $41,250 | N/A | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Reynolds | 41 | N/A | $55,000 | 0.0% | 21.9% |
| Crookston | 45 | N/A | $48,200 | 7.5% | 33.3% |
| Stockville | 39 | N/A | $127,500 | 21.4% | 5.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 42, Lewiston'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
Lewiston is a small community located in Nebraska, within Pawnee County. The total population is 42. It ranks as the 522nd most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lewiston is 43.5 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 19.1% 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 Lewiston is $41,250. This is 46% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 49% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.1%. This is 80% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Lewiston, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $48,300. Housing costs are 80% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Lewiston is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 95.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Lewiston was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
23.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% lower 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 Lewiston, 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 Lewiston, Nebraska?
Lewiston, Nebraska has a population of 42 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lewiston, NE?
The median household income in Lewiston is $41,250, which is 49% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lewiston, NE?
The poverty rate in Lewiston is 19.1%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lewiston, Nebraska?
Lewiston's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lewiston, NE?
The median home value in Lewiston is $48,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.
How educated is Lewiston, Nebraska?
23.3% of adults (25+) in Lewiston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.