Melia, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Melia, Nebraska had a total population of 22, the 551st largest community in Nebraska. The poverty rate is 50.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (50.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Melia Quick Facts
How Melia 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 | 43 | 22 | -48.8% |
How Melia 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+)
Melia Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Sarpy County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue | 64,510 | $85,462 | 7.8% | $247,000 |
| Papillion | 25,244 | $111,679 | 5.3% | $311,000 |
| La Vista | 16,563 | $81,961 | 7.5% | $260,900 |
| Chalco | 10,595 | $85,672 | 4.8% | $238,600 |
| Gretna | 9,193 | $123,992 | 4.2% | $341,600 |
| Offutt AFB | 6,074 | $72,500 | 6.6% | N/A |
| Springfield | 1,595 | $92,955 | 7.7% | $253,800 |
| Linoma Beach | 99 | $119,464 | 0.0% | $350,000 |
| Richfield | 47 | $91,563 | 0.0% | $266,700 |
| Beacon View | 36 | $103,750 | 0.0% | $350,000 |
Cities Similar to Melia
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strang | 23 | $100,000 | $181,300 | 28.6% | 0.0% |
| Hendley | 21 | N/A | $65,000 | 6.3% | 38.1% |
| Sarben | 21 | N/A | $350,000 | 14.3% | 0.0% |
| Huntley | 24 | $237,917 | $162,500 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Crab Orchard | 20 | $62,500 | $43,000 | 46.7% | 5.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 22, Melia'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
Melia is a small community located in Nebraska, within Sarpy County. The total population is 22. It ranks as the 551st most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Melia is 84.5 years. This is 127% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. Only 13.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 77.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 50.0%. This is 372% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Melia, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Melia 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
10.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 70% 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 Melia, 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 Melia, Nebraska?
Melia, Nebraska has a population of 22 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Melia, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Melia — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Melia, NE?
The poverty rate in Melia is 50.0%. This means approximately 11 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Melia, Nebraska?
Melia's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Melia, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Melia — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Melia, Nebraska?
10.5% of adults (25+) in Melia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.