Sargent city, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Sargent city, Nebraska Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.5x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Sargent city, Nebraska has a total population of 425, the 233rd largest city in Nebraska, with a median household income of $46,250, which is 38% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.

Sargent city Quick Facts

Population 425

Median Household Income $46,250

Median Home Value $67,300

Poverty Rate 13.8%

Unemployment Rate 2.3%

Median Age 50.4 years

Homeownership Rate 72.2%

Affordability Ratio 1.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.1%

High School Graduation Rate 94.6%

Diversity Index 18/100

Population 425 233rd of 584

Median Income $46,250 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 13.8% 11% higher national

Median Home Value $67,300 bottom 20%

How Sargent city Compares

Median Household Income

Sargent city

$46,250

$74,985

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Sargent city

$67,300

$223,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 29.8%

$25K-$50K 20.5%

$50K-$100K 26.3%

$100K+ 23.4%

Employment

2.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.0% | National: 5.2%

60.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.2%

Renter 27.8%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.8%

18-34

22.1%

35-54

21.4%

55-74

33.2%

75+

7.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Sargent city Rankings in Nebraska

#233 Population of 584

#462 Median Income of 584

#377 Education of 584

#429 Home Value of 584

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Cities Similar to Sargent city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Mullen village	419	$45,610	$81,900	26.6%	5.1%
Greeley Center village	434	$45,625	$58,600	16.9%	13.7%
Scotia village	412	$51,250	$89,000	19.7%	21.4%
Chambers village	418	$54,167	$83,800	33.2%	6.5%
Trenton village	468	$47,500	$67,600	20.5%	10.4%

Population Overview

Sargent city is a small community located in Nebraska. The total population is 425. It ranks as the 233rd most populous out of 584 cities and towns in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sargent city is 50.4 years. This is 36% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sargent city is $46,250. This is 38% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 41% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.8%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $67,300. Housing costs are 70% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Sargent city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Sargent city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.1%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 12.3%.

Education

15.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 94.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sargent city, Nebraska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 584 Census-designated places in Nebraska. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Sargent city, Nebraska?

Sargent city, Nebraska has a population of 425 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sargent city, NE?

The median household income in Sargent city is $46,250, which is 41% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Sargent city, NE?

The poverty rate in Sargent city is 13.8%. This means approximately 58 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sargent city, Nebraska?

Sargent city's population is 90.1% White, 1.4% Black, 3.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sargent city, NE?

The median home value in Sargent city is $67,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.

How educated is Sargent city, Nebraska?

15.1% of adults (25+) in Sargent city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.