Nuckolls County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Nuckolls County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 4,089. It is the 60th most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Nuckolls County is 50.5 years. This is 36% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. 12.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Nuckolls County is $70,201. This is 6% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.4%. This is 28% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.0%. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $90,900. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Nuckolls County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Nuckolls County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.5%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 12.3%.

Education

26.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 92.1%.