Obert, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Obert, Nebraska had a total population of 16, the 561st largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $55,833, which is 27% 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
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 20.0% is notably above the national average.
Obert Quick Facts
How Obert 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 | 17 | 16 | -5.9% |
| Median household income | $55,313 | $55,833 | +0.9% |
How Obert Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Obert Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Cedar County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartington | 1,621 | $80,577 | 2.4% | $178,100 |
| Laurel | 1,018 | $58,519 | 19.2% | $164,200 |
| Randolph | 877 | $84,531 | 6.5% | $119,000 |
| Coleridge | 553 | $46,818 | 13.4% | $87,100 |
| Wynot | 209 | $77,500 | 11.0% | $117,500 |
| Fordyce | 195 | $83,125 | 22.6% | $106,700 |
| Aten | 136 | N/A | 3.7% | N/A |
| Bow Valley | 106 | $86,250 | 0.0% | $170,800 |
| Belden | 101 | $70,625 | 11.9% | $107,500 |
| St. Helena | 97 | $85,625 | 4.1% | $156,700 |
Cities Similar to Obert
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamlet | 16 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 25.0% |
| Preston | 16 | $50,417 | $103,100 | 18.8% | 0.0% |
| Lisco | 18 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Wann | 18 | N/A | N/A | 31.3% | 0.0% |
| Sholes | 14 | N/A | N/A | 16.7% | 7.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 16, Obert'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
Obert is a small community located in Nebraska, within Cedar County. The total population is 16. It ranks as the 561st most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Obert is 63.7 years. This is 71% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 37.5% 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 Obert is $55,833. This is 27% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 31% 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 20.0%. This is 560% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Obert was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Obert, 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 Obert, Nebraska?
Obert, Nebraska has a population of 16 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Obert, NE?
The median household income in Obert is $55,833, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Obert, NE?
The poverty rate in Obert is 12.5%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Obert, Nebraska?
Obert's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Obert, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Obert — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Obert, Nebraska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Obert hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.