Ragan, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ragan, Nebraska had a total population of 12, the 568th largest village in Nebraska. The poverty rate is 16.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Ragan Quick Facts
How Ragan 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 | 9 | 12 | +33.3% |
How Ragan 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+)
Ragan Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Harlan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alma | 1,154 | $75,703 | 4.2% | $163,800 |
| Orleans | 337 | $62,250 | 15.1% | $64,400 |
| Stamford | 178 | $29,519 | 30.9% | $49,300 |
| Republican City | 92 | $45,625 | 16.3% | $187,500 |
| Huntley | 24 | $237,917 | 0.0% | $162,500 |
Cities Similar to Ragan
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnstown | 12 | N/A | N/A | 8.3% | 41.7% |
| Lorenzo | 12 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Tamora | 12 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Halsey | 13 | N/A | N/A | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Anoka | 11 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 12, Ragan'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
Ragan is a small community located in Nebraska, within Harlan County. The total population is 12. It ranks as the 568th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ragan is 52.5 years. This is 41% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 16.7%. This is 57% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Ragan, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $70,000. Housing costs are 71% lower than the state median of $238,600. 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 Ragan 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
16.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 75.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ragan, 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 Ragan, Nebraska?
Ragan, Nebraska has a population of 12 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ragan, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Ragan — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ragan, NE?
The poverty rate in Ragan is 16.7%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ragan, Nebraska?
Ragan's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ragan, NE?
The median home value in Ragan is $70,000.
How educated is Ragan, Nebraska?
16.7% of adults (25+) in Ragan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.