Santee, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Santee, Nebraska had a total population of 235, the 328th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $59,583, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 43.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (43.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 14.6% is notably above the national average.
Santee Quick Facts
How Santee 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 | 235 | 235 | +0.0% |
| Median household income | $41,750 | $59,583 | +42.7% |
How Santee 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+)
Santee Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Knox County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creighton | 1,222 | $50,278 | 14.5% | $98,000 |
| Bloomfield | 959 | $50,083 | 16.3% | $92,800 |
| Crofton | 902 | $94,583 | 8.8% | $125,500 |
| Wausa | 698 | $59,375 | 4.0% | $85,900 |
| Verdigre | 613 | $40,938 | 18.6% | $87,000 |
| Niobrara | 353 | $39,519 | 11.4% | $95,400 |
| Center | 191 | $70,000 | 37.0% | N/A |
| Winnetoon | 68 | $82,500 | 7.3% | $44,600 |
| Verdel | 33 | $21,406 | 24.2% | N/A |
| Bazile Mills | 11 | $155,000 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Santee
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dannebrog | 235 | $63,250 | $127,500 | 19.4% | 7.2% |
| Murdock | 228 | $59,167 | $178,100 | 24.5% | 4.8% |
| Belgrade | 224 | N/A | $42,900 | 12.9% | 16.1% |
| Uehling | 244 | $61,429 | $109,400 | 21.2% | 9.8% |
| Hordville | 221 | N/A | $95,000 | 9.7% | 3.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 235, Santee'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
Santee is a small community located in Nebraska, within Knox County. The total population is 235. It ranks as the 328th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Santee is 18.2 years. This is 51% lower than the state median of 37.2 years. With 49.8% of the population under 18, Santee has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Santee is $59,583. This is 22% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 43.4%. This is 310% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 14.6%. This is 381% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. 30.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 54% lower than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Santee is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 3.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 75.3%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 4.6%.
Education
14.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 80.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Santee, 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 Santee, Nebraska?
Santee, Nebraska has a population of 235 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Santee, NE?
The median household income in Santee is $59,583, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Santee, NE?
The poverty rate in Santee is 43.4%. This means approximately 99 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Santee, Nebraska?
Santee's population is 3.0% White, 0.4% Black, 16.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Santee, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Santee — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Santee, Nebraska?
14.4% of adults (25+) in Santee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.