Lorton, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lorton, Nebraska had a total population of 72, the 485th largest village in Nebraska. The poverty rate is 20.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 34.9% is notably above the national average.
Lorton Quick Facts
How Lorton 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 | 56 | 72 | +28.6% |
| Median home value | $57,200 | $57,800 | +1.0% |
How Lorton 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+)
Lorton Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Otoe County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska City | 7,369 | $67,117 | 12.1% | $162,000 |
| Syracuse | 1,990 | $72,404 | 6.7% | $205,900 |
| Palmyra | 589 | $85,139 | 6.6% | $164,500 |
| Unadilla | 329 | $70,000 | 8.8% | $139,600 |
| Douglas | 269 | $71,250 | 7.5% | $120,400 |
| Dunbar | 266 | $90,795 | 20.3% | $68,100 |
| Woodland Hills | 205 | $138,646 | 5.9% | $452,400 |
| Otoe | 160 | $44,375 | 19.4% | $49,400 |
| Talmage | 155 | $63,929 | 27.1% | $83,600 |
| Burr | 41 | $72,500 | 0.0% | $104,200 |
Cities Similar to Lorton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steinauer | 73 | $48,125 | $65,000 | 10.0% | 23.9% |
| Venice | 73 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Martinsburg | 71 | $57,083 | $131,300 | 13.0% | 25.4% |
| Wellfleet | 74 | $49,792 | $71,700 | 35.2% | 1.4% |
| Danbury | 70 | $47,000 | $103,100 | 12.3% | 18.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 72, Lorton'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
Lorton is a small community located in Nebraska, within Otoe County. The total population is 72. It ranks as the 485th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lorton is 54.6 years. This is 47% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. Only 11.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 20.8%. This is 97% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 34.9%. This is 1051% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $57,800. Housing costs are 76% lower than the state median of $238,600. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lorton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
17.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 Lorton, 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 Lorton, Nebraska?
Lorton, Nebraska has a population of 72 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lorton, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lorton — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lorton, NE?
The poverty rate in Lorton is 20.8%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lorton, Nebraska?
Lorton's population is 97.2% White, 0.0% Black, 2.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lorton, NE?
The median home value in Lorton is $57,800.
How educated is Lorton, Nebraska?
17.2% of adults (25+) in Lorton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.