Verdon, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Verdon, Nebraska had a total population of 185, the 367th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $78,750, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.7% 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.
Verdon Quick Facts
How Verdon 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 | 208 | 185 | -11.1% |
| Median household income | $54,583 | $78,750 | +44.3% |
| Median home value | $45,700 | $55,000 | +20.4% |
How Verdon 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+)
Verdon Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Richardson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falls City | 4,077 | $51,706 | 11.4% | $89,800 |
| Humboldt | 775 | $41,786 | 14.4% | $67,500 |
| Shubert | 214 | $37,500 | 8.5% | $61,300 |
| Dawson | 166 | $60,913 | 3.7% | N/A |
| Rulo | 164 | $45,625 | 9.2% | $94,600 |
| Stella | 126 | $56,250 | 8.7% | $62,500 |
| Salem | 102 | N/A | 8.8% | $42,500 |
| Barada | 35 | N/A | 8.6% | $69,000 |
| Preston | 16 | $50,417 | 0.0% | $103,100 |
Cities Similar to Verdon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diller | 179 | $78,333 | $79,600 | 34.5% | 16.8% |
| Carleton | 189 | $81,250 | N/A | 18.8% | 1.1% |
| Ulysses | 190 | $76,458 | $36,300 | 1.4% | 14.7% |
| Venango | 182 | $74,500 | $60,700 | 12.3% | 5.5% |
| Waco | 178 | $76,250 | $138,800 | 29.9% | 2.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 185, Verdon'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
Verdon is a small community located in Nebraska, within Richardson County. The total population is 185. It ranks as the 367th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Verdon is 47.5 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 13.0% 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 Verdon is $78,750. This is 3% higher than the state median of $76,475. It is also 2% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 49% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $55,000. Housing costs are 77% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.7x, Verdon is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 96.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Verdon has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.5%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
3.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 89% 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 94.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Verdon, 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 Verdon, Nebraska?
Verdon, Nebraska has a population of 185 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Verdon, NE?
The median household income in Verdon is $78,750, which is 2% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Verdon, NE?
The poverty rate in Verdon is 11.9%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Verdon, Nebraska?
Verdon's population is 87.0% White, 0.0% Black, 6.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Verdon, NE?
The median home value in Verdon is $55,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.7x.
How educated is Verdon, Nebraska?
3.7% of adults (25+) in Verdon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.