York County, Nebraska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

York County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 14,231. It is the 21st most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in York County is 39.0 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in York County is $74,058. This is 1% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 6% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.0%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $175,900. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, York County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

York County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.0%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.0%) is well below the state average of 12.3%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

23.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 91.8%.