Nebraska City, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Nebraska City, Nebraska had a total population of 7,369, the 25th largest city in Nebraska, with a median household income of $67,117, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.1%.
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 2.4x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.4%.
Nebraska City Quick Facts
How Nebraska City 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 | 7,287 | 7,369 | +1.1% |
| Median household income | $67,993 | $67,117 | -1.3% |
| Median home value | $147,800 | $162,000 | +9.6% |
How Nebraska City 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+)
Nebraska City Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Otoe County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Lorton | 72 | N/A | 20.8% | $57,800 |
| Burr | 41 | $72,500 | 0.0% | $104,200 |
Cities Similar to Nebraska City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seward | 7,678 | $72,564 | $244,600 | 38.6% | 9.6% |
| McCook | 7,314 | $56,917 | $154,300 | 25.5% | 17.3% |
| Crete | 7,527 | $77,209 | $223,500 | 18.4% | 11.6% |
| Alliance | 8,075 | $65,160 | $161,800 | 18.1% | 12.8% |
| York | 8,141 | $63,265 | $180,900 | 27.5% | 11.5% |
Population Overview
Nebraska City is a small city located in Nebraska, within Otoe County. The total population is 7,369. It ranks as the 25th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nebraska City is 38.8 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Nebraska City is $67,117. This is 12% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.1%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $162,000. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Nebraska City is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Nebraska City is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.5%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
24.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 90.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Nebraska City, 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 Nebraska City, Nebraska?
Nebraska City, Nebraska has a population of 7,369 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Nebraska City, NE?
The median household income in Nebraska City is $67,117, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Nebraska City, NE?
The poverty rate in Nebraska City is 12.1%. This means approximately 879 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Nebraska City, Nebraska?
Nebraska City's population is 79.2% White, 1.8% Black, 14.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Nebraska City, NE?
The median home value in Nebraska City is $162,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Nebraska City, Nebraska?
24.6% of adults (25+) in Nebraska City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.