Perkins County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Perkins County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 2,835. It is the 68th most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Perkins County is 41.0 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. 10.1% 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 Perkins County is $67,500. This is 10% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.7%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $149,200. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Perkins County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Perkins County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.1%) is well below the state average of 12.3%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

25.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 92.7%.