Verdel, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Verdel, Nebraska had a total population of 33, the 538th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $21,406, which is 72% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 72% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 6.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Verdel Quick Facts
How Verdel 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 | 36 | 33 | -8.3% |
How Verdel Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Verdel 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 |
| Santee | 235 | $59,583 | 43.4% | N/A |
| Center | 191 | $70,000 | 37.0% | N/A |
| Winnetoon | 68 | $82,500 | 7.3% | $44,600 |
| Bazile Mills | 11 | $155,000 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Verdel
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lebanon | 33 | N/A | $61,900 | 17.9% | 21.2% |
| Barada | 35 | N/A | $69,000 | 10.7% | 8.6% |
| Belvidere | 35 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 28.6% |
| Martin | 35 | N/A | $206,300 | 0.0% | 25.7% |
| Inland | 31 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 33, Verdel'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
Verdel is a small community located in Nebraska, within Knox County. The total population is 33. It ranks as the 538th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Verdel is 62.8 years. This is 69% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. Only 6.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 21.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Verdel is $21,406. This is 72% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 73% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.2%. This is 129% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Verdel, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 73.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Verdel has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.9% of all residents.
Education
6.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 81% 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 93.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Verdel, 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 Verdel, Nebraska?
Verdel, Nebraska has a population of 33 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Verdel, NE?
The median household income in Verdel is $21,406, which is 73% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Verdel, NE?
The poverty rate in Verdel is 24.2%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Verdel, Nebraska?
Verdel's population is 87.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Verdel, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Verdel — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Verdel, Nebraska?
6.5% of adults (25+) in Verdel hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.