Potter, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Potter, Nebraska had a total population of 283, the 296th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $76,250, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 13.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
Potter Quick Facts
How Potter 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 | 285 | 283 | -0.7% |
| Median household income | $62,083 | $76,250 | +22.8% |
| Median home value | $105,100 | $109,600 | +4.3% |
How Potter 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+)
Potter Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Cheyenne County
Cities Similar to Potter
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenvil | 285 | $67,750 | $104,200 | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| Hadar | 264 | $77,222 | $217,900 | 13.1% | 11.4% |
| St. Libory | 307 | N/A | $145,000 | 3.0% | 7.5% |
| Campbell | 268 | $80,625 | $60,000 | 20.7% | 13.0% |
| Douglas | 269 | $71,250 | $120,400 | 11.7% | 7.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 283, Potter'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
Potter is a small community located in Nebraska, within Cheyenne County. The total population is 283. It ranks as the 296th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Potter is 48.7 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Potter is $76,250. This is about the same as the state median of $76,475. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.8%. This is 30% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 17% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $109,600. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Potter is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Potter is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.4%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
28.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 91.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Potter, 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 Potter, Nebraska?
Potter, Nebraska has a population of 283 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Potter, NE?
The median household income in Potter is $76,250, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Potter, NE?
The poverty rate in Potter is 13.8%. This means approximately 39 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Potter, Nebraska?
Potter's population is 84.8% White, 0.0% Black, 13.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Potter, NE?
The median home value in Potter is $109,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Potter, Nebraska?
28.3% of adults (25+) in Potter hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.