York city, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
As of 2026, York city, Nebraska has a total population of 8,114, the 20th largest city in Nebraska, with a median household income of $62,632, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.8%.
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A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 60
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Cities Similar to York city
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance city | 8,089 | $65,599 | $156,300 | 20.2% | 11.3% |
| Gering city | 8,567 | $70,244 | $170,700 | 28.4% | 12.8% |
| Seward city | 7,665 | $70,000 | $232,500 | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Blair city | 7,868 | $76,292 | $211,000 | 37.0% | 9.7% |
| Nebraska City city | 7,287 | $67,993 | $147,800 | 25.5% | 12.6% |
Population Overview
York city is a small city located in Nebraska, within York County. The total population is 8,114. It ranks as the 20th most populous out of 584 cities and towns in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in York city is 38.9 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in York city is $62,632. This is 16% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 20% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 8% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $170,900. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, York city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
York city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.3%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.3%) is well below the state average of 12.3%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.
Education
25.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 91.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for York city, Nebraska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 584 Census-designated places in Nebraska. For official data, visit data.census.gov.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of York city, Nebraska?
York city, Nebraska has a population of 8,114 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in York city, NE?
The median household income in York city is $62,632, which is 20% lower the national median of $78,538.
What is the poverty rate in York city, NE?
The poverty rate in York city is 10.8%. This means approximately 826 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of York city, Nebraska?
York city's population is 91.3% White, 0.6% Black, 4.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in York city, NE?
The median home value in York city is $170,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is York city, Nebraska?
25.4% of adults (25+) in York city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.