Red Willow County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Red Willow County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 10,611. It is the 23rd most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Red Willow County is 41.2 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Red Willow County is $60,000. This is 20% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.1%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 51% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $143,500. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Red Willow County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Red Willow County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.2%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 4.6%.

Education

26.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 95.3%.