North Platte city, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: North Platte city, Nebraska Demographics
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As of 2026, North Platte city, Nebraska has a total population of 23,030, the 11th largest city in Nebraska, with a median household income of $57,805, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.1%.

North Platte city Quick Facts

Population 23,030

Median Household Income $57,805

Median Home Value $159,500

Poverty Rate 16.1%

Unemployment Rate 3.3%

Median Age 40.4 years

Homeownership Rate 56.5%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.2%

High School Graduation Rate 92.5%

Diversity Index 27/100

Population 23,030 11th of 584

Median Income $57,805 below average

Poverty Rate 16.1% 29% higher national

Median Home Value $159,500 top 30%

How North Platte city Compares

Median Household Income

North Platte city

$57,805

$74,985

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

North Platte city

$159,500

$223,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.3%

$25K-$50K 23.2%

$50K-$100K 32.8%

$100K+ 22.7%

Employment

3.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.0% | National: 5.2%

63.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 56.5%

Renter 43.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.8%

18-34

20.5%

35-54

23.5%

55-74

24.2%

75+

8.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

North Platte city Rankings in Nebraska

#11 Population of 584

#329 Median Income of 584

#313 Education of 584

#127 Home Value of 584

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Cities Similar to North Platte city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Hastings city	25,005	$61,202	$177,200	28.0%	14.8%
Columbus city	24,188	$67,212	$198,900	23.3%	9.7%
Norfolk city	25,962	$62,175	$199,100	24.0%	12.7%
Fremont city	27,321	$67,179	$194,400	21.5%	9.5%
Papillion city	24,063	$109,602	$290,900	48.1%	4.2%

Population Overview

North Platte city is a small city located in Nebraska. The total population is 23,030. It ranks as the 11th most populous out of 584 cities and towns in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in North Platte city is 40.4 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in North Platte city is $57,805. This is 23% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 26% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.1%. This is 56% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 10% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $159,500. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, North Platte city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 56.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in North Platte city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.3%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

18.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 92.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for North Platte city, Nebraska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 584 Census-designated places in Nebraska. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of North Platte city, Nebraska?

North Platte city, Nebraska has a population of 23,030 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in North Platte city, NE?

The median household income in North Platte city is $57,805, which is 26% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in North Platte city, NE?

The poverty rate in North Platte city is 16.1%. This means approximately 3,602 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of North Platte city, Nebraska?

North Platte city's population is 84.9% White, 1.0% Black, 10.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in North Platte city, NE?

The median home value in North Platte city is $159,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is North Platte city, Nebraska?

18.2% of adults (25+) in North Platte city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.