Pleasant Dale, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pleasant Dale, Nebraska had a total population of 244, the 322nd largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $64,250, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 8.2% is notably above the national average.
Pleasant Dale Quick Facts
How Pleasant Dale 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 | 244 | 244 | +0.0% |
| Median household income | $64,676 | $64,250 | -0.7% |
| Median home value | $176,800 | $177,800 | +0.6% |
How Pleasant Dale 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+)
Pleasant Dale Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Seward County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seward | 7,678 | $72,564 | 9.6% | $244,600 |
| Milford | 2,565 | $82,699 | 7.2% | $228,200 |
| Utica | 1,015 | $88,304 | 7.2% | $188,700 |
| Beaver Crossing | 357 | $62,813 | 15.5% | $142,600 |
| Staplehurst | 322 | $83,060 | 4.3% | $86,000 |
| Goehner | 309 | $96,767 | 0.7% | $158,100 |
| Bee | 281 | $99,688 | 2.5% | $150,000 |
| Garland | 180 | $51,979 | 4.4% | $185,000 |
| Cordova | 131 | $49,250 | 12.2% | $78,700 |
| Tamora | 12 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Pleasant Dale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uehling | 244 | $61,429 | $109,400 | 21.2% | 9.8% |
| Rosalie | 247 | $66,875 | $44,400 | 38.5% | 4.6% |
| Dannebrog | 235 | $63,250 | $127,500 | 19.4% | 7.2% |
| Weston | 256 | $66,250 | $163,300 | 7.9% | 7.0% |
| Litchfield | 233 | $67,083 | $90,000 | 21.3% | 6.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 244, Pleasant Dale'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
Pleasant Dale is a small community located in Nebraska, within Seward County. The total population is 244. It ranks as the 322nd most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pleasant Dale is 33.6 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pleasant Dale is $64,250. This is 16% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 8.2%. This is 172% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $177,800. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Pleasant Dale is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pleasant Dale has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
9.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 72% 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 98.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pleasant Dale, 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 Pleasant Dale, Nebraska?
Pleasant Dale, Nebraska has a population of 244 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pleasant Dale, NE?
The median household income in Pleasant Dale is $64,250, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pleasant Dale, NE?
The poverty rate in Pleasant Dale is 11.9%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pleasant Dale, Nebraska?
Pleasant Dale's population is 97.1% White, 0.0% Black, 1.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pleasant Dale, NE?
The median home value in Pleasant Dale is $177,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Pleasant Dale, Nebraska?
9.8% of adults (25+) in Pleasant Dale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.