Riverton, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Riverton, Nebraska had a total population of 106, the 442nd largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $44,519, which is 42% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 42% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 8.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.7x.
Riverton Quick Facts
How Riverton 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 | 93 | 106 | +14.0% |
| Median household income | $44,792 | $44,519 | -0.6% |
How Riverton Compares
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Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
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Riverton Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Franklin County
Cities Similar to Riverton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohiowa | 105 | $42,500 | $49,600 | 4.3% | 35.2% |
| Brownville | 102 | N/A | $112,500 | 31.0% | 12.8% |
| Salem | 102 | N/A | $42,500 | 2.3% | 8.8% |
| Broadwater | 106 | $48,125 | $45,000 | 6.4% | 12.3% |
| King Lake | 101 | N/A | N/A | 11.9% | 23.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 106, Riverton'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
Riverton is a small community located in Nebraska, within Franklin County. The total population is 106. It ranks as the 442nd most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Riverton is 43.8 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Riverton is $44,519. This is 42% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 45% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.2%. This is 25% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Riverton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $31,000. Housing costs are 87% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.7x, Riverton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Riverton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.2%.
Education
8.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 Riverton, 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 Riverton, Nebraska?
Riverton, Nebraska has a population of 106 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Riverton, NE?
The median household income in Riverton is $44,519, which is 45% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Riverton, NE?
The poverty rate in Riverton is 13.2%. This means approximately 14 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Riverton, Nebraska?
Riverton's population is 86.8% White, 0.0% Black, 13.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Riverton, NE?
The median home value in Riverton is $31,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.7x.
How educated is Riverton, Nebraska?
8.2% of adults (25+) in Riverton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.