Nemaha County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Nemaha County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 7,035. It is the 41st most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Nemaha County is 39.0 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Nemaha County is $60,132. This is 20% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.0%. This is 26% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 6.3%. This is 112% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $125,100. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Nemaha County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Nemaha County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.1%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 12.3%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

29.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% 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 89.4%.