Winnetoon, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Winnetoon, Nebraska had a total population of 68, the 491st largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $82,500, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.5x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.
Winnetoon Quick Facts
How Winnetoon 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 | 37 | 68 | +83.8% |
| Median household income | $75,833 | $82,500 | +8.8% |
How Winnetoon 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+)
Winnetoon 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 |
| Verdel | 33 | $21,406 | 24.2% | N/A |
| Bazile Mills | 11 | $155,000 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Winnetoon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saronville | 69 | N/A | $112,500 | 46.0% | 10.1% |
| Lorton | 72 | N/A | $57,800 | 17.2% | 20.8% |
| Venice | 73 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Morse Bluff | 70 | $74,063 | $133,300 | 15.7% | 2.9% |
| Winslow | 69 | $71,169 | $187,100 | 0.0% | 4.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 68, Winnetoon'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
Winnetoon is a small community located in Nebraska, within Knox County. The total population is 68. It ranks as the 491st most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Winnetoon is 45.6 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. Only 10.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 13.2% 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 Winnetoon is $82,500. This is 8% higher than the state median of $76,475. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.3%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $44,600. Housing costs are 81% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.5x, Winnetoon is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 92.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Winnetoon has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.1% of all residents.
Education
13.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 97.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Winnetoon, 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 Winnetoon, Nebraska?
Winnetoon, Nebraska has a population of 68 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Winnetoon, NE?
The median household income in Winnetoon is $82,500, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Winnetoon, NE?
The poverty rate in Winnetoon is 7.3%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Winnetoon, Nebraska?
Winnetoon's population is 97.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Winnetoon, NE?
The median home value in Winnetoon is $44,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.5x.
How educated is Winnetoon, Nebraska?
13.6% of adults (25+) in Winnetoon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.