Mead, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mead, Nebraska had a total population of 607, the 186th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $80,272, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.9%.
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 2.1x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.
Mead Quick Facts
How Mead 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 | 600 | 607 | +1.2% |
| Median household income | $73,500 | $80,272 | +9.2% |
| Median home value | $151,600 | $166,400 | +9.8% |
How Mead 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+)
Mead Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Saunders County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wahoo | 4,929 | $89,457 | 14.2% | $243,600 |
| Ashland | 3,071 | $89,408 | 4.3% | $249,700 |
| Yutan | 1,832 | $103,350 | 0.7% | $198,800 |
| Ceresco | 1,225 | $96,944 | 2.9% | $210,600 |
| Cedar Bluffs | 782 | $92,639 | 9.6% | $167,200 |
| Valparaiso | 524 | $85,625 | 5.0% | $230,400 |
| Prague | 310 | $74,375 | 5.9% | $98,200 |
| Weston | 256 | $66,250 | 7.0% | $163,300 |
| Ithaca | 183 | $62,083 | 4.9% | $158,500 |
| Leshara | 177 | $70,750 | 4.6% | $162,500 |
Cities Similar to Mead
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firth | 604 | $80,938 | $221,600 | 22.6% | 7.3% |
| Duncan | 612 | $74,688 | $162,500 | 13.6% | 1.4% |
| Palmyra | 589 | $85,139 | $164,500 | 12.9% | 6.6% |
| Greenwood | 601 | $90,774 | $177,000 | 20.9% | 24.2% |
| Fairmont | 635 | $73,750 | $73,600 | 9.1% | 15.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 607, Mead'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
Mead is a small community located in Nebraska, within Saunders County. The total population is 607. It ranks as the 186th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mead is 35.2 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mead is $80,272. This is 5% higher than the state median of $76,475. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.9%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $166,400. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Mead is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mead has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.3%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
13.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 62% 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 93.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mead, 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 Mead, Nebraska?
Mead, Nebraska has a population of 607 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mead, NE?
The median household income in Mead is $80,272, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mead, NE?
The poverty rate in Mead is 7.9%. This means approximately 47 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mead, Nebraska?
Mead's population is 93.4% White, 0.0% Black, 4.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mead, NE?
The median home value in Mead is $166,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Mead, Nebraska?
13.1% of adults (25+) in Mead hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.