Woodland Park, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Woodland Park, Nebraska had a total population of 1,657, the 77th largest community in Nebraska, with a median household income of $74,000, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.
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 2.2x.
Woodland Park Quick Facts
How Woodland Park 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 | 1,648 | 1,657 | +0.5% |
| Median household income | $77,880 | $74,000 | -5.0% |
| Median home value | $161,500 | $165,600 | +2.5% |
How Woodland Park 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+)
Woodland Park Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Stanton County
Cities Similar to Woodland Park
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanton | 1,702 | $76,500 | $177,100 | 22.4% | 10.7% |
| Hartington | 1,621 | $80,577 | $178,100 | 22.1% | 2.4% |
| Gibbon | 1,763 | $70,069 | $173,800 | 22.9% | 5.3% |
| Albion | 1,822 | $74,492 | $219,000 | 26.2% | 6.8% |
| Oakland | 1,552 | $68,900 | $151,700 | 26.1% | 10.9% |
Population Overview
Woodland Park is a small community located in Nebraska, within Stanton County. The total population is 1,657. It ranks as the 77th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Woodland Park is 38.6 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Woodland Park is $74,000. This is 3% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 8% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 33% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Woodland Park, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $165,600. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Woodland Park is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Woodland Park is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.5%.
Education
24.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% 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 90.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Woodland Park, 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 Woodland Park, Nebraska?
Woodland Park, Nebraska has a population of 1,657 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Woodland Park, NE?
The median household income in Woodland Park is $74,000, which is 8% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Woodland Park, NE?
The poverty rate in Woodland Park is 7.1%. This means approximately 118 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Woodland Park, Nebraska?
Woodland Park's population is 81.5% White, 0.0% Black, 17.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Woodland Park, NE?
The median home value in Woodland Park is $165,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Woodland Park, Nebraska?
24.8% of adults (25+) in Woodland Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.