Thomas County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Thomas County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 626. It is the 88th most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Thomas County is 45.1 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Thomas County is $72,708. This is 3% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 7% lower. The poverty rate stands at 4.8%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 1.1%. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $113,000. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Thomas County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Thomas County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.0%. The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 12.3%.

Education

26.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% 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 93.1%.