Nemaha, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Nemaha, Nebraska had a total population of 64, the 496th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $50,625, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x.
- Unemployment rate of 10.0% is notably above the national average.
Nemaha Quick Facts
How Nemaha 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 | 94 | 64 | -31.9% |
| Median household income | $51,875 | $50,625 | -2.4% |
| Median home value | $56,700 | $53,000 | -6.5% |
How Nemaha 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+)
Nemaha Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Nemaha County
Cities Similar to Nemaha
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hubbell | 61 | N/A | $41,700 | 4.2% | 18.0% |
| Fontanelle | 60 | N/A | N/A | 54.8% | 0.0% |
| Saronville | 69 | N/A | $112,500 | 46.0% | 10.1% |
| Clinton | 66 | $56,964 | N/A | 13.5% | 13.6% |
| Lorton | 72 | N/A | $57,800 | 17.2% | 20.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 64, Nemaha'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
Nemaha is a small community located in Nebraska, within Nemaha County. The total population is 64. It ranks as the 496th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nemaha is 49.0 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Nemaha is $50,625. This is 34% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 10.0%. This is 230% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $53,000. Housing costs are 78% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Nemaha is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 89.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Nemaha has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.9% of all residents.
Education
19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 89.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Nemaha, 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 Nemaha, Nebraska?
Nemaha, Nebraska has a population of 64 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Nemaha, NE?
The median household income in Nemaha is $50,625, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Nemaha, NE?
The poverty rate in Nemaha is 12.5%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Nemaha, Nebraska?
Nemaha's population is 96.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Nemaha, NE?
The median home value in Nemaha is $53,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.0x.
How educated is Nemaha, Nebraska?
19.1% of adults (25+) in Nemaha hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.