McPherson County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

McPherson County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 463. It is the 92nd most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in McPherson County is 46.6 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in McPherson County is $61,316. This is 18% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $124,200. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, McPherson County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

McPherson County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 99.4% of all residents.

Education

24.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 34.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.4%.