Prosser, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Prosser, Nebraska had a total population of 76, the 479th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $56,250, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.6% — among the lowest in Nebraska.
- 35.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Nebraska.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Prosser Quick Facts
How Prosser 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 | 95 | 76 | -20.0% |
| Median household income | $56,319 | $56,250 | -0.1% |
| Median home value | $87,200 | $96,100 | +10.2% |
How Prosser 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+)
Prosser Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Adams County
Cities Similar to Prosser
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixon | 78 | N/A | $60,000 | 31.5% | 5.3% |
| Venice | 73 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Maskell | 76 | $61,250 | $85,000 | 3.5% | 10.7% |
| Lorton | 72 | N/A | $57,800 | 17.2% | 20.8% |
| Farwell | 78 | $52,500 | N/A | 18.0% | 7.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 76, Prosser'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
Prosser is a small community located in Nebraska, within Adams County. The total population is 76. It ranks as the 479th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Prosser is 68.7 years. This is 85% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. Only 11.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Prosser is $56,250. This is 26% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.6%. This is 75% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Prosser, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $96,100. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Prosser is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Prosser 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
35.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Prosser in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 4% higher 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 95.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Prosser, 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 Prosser, Nebraska?
Prosser, Nebraska has a population of 76 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Prosser, NE?
The median household income in Prosser is $56,250, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Prosser, NE?
The poverty rate in Prosser is 2.6%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Prosser, Nebraska?
Prosser's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Prosser, NE?
The median home value in Prosser is $96,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Prosser, Nebraska?
35.8% of adults (25+) in Prosser hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.