Arthur County, Nebraska Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 91st-largest in Nebraska
The population of Arthur County, Nebraska is 540 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 91st-largest county in Nebraska. The median household income is $67,500, the median home value is $188,800, and the median age is 40.5.
The population of Arthur County has declined 9.0% since 2010 (465 → 423), a -0.67% annualized rate.
540
Population
-0.67%
Annual growth
1
People / sq mi
$67,500
Median Income
$188,800
Median Home Value
Arthur County covers 715 sq mi of land at 0.8 people per square mile.
About Arthur County, NE
Arthur County is a county in Nebraska with a population of 540. It ranks #91 among counties in Nebraska by population. The median age is 40.5, older than the national median. The population is 54.3% male and 45.7% female.
The median household income in Arthur County is $67,500, below the US median of $74,580. 5.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $188,800, with monthly rent averaging $850. The homeownership rate of 74.5% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Arthur County reflects 32.7% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 9.1% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 21.9 minutes each way.
Arthur County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Arthur County had a population of 465 in 2010 and 423 in 2024, a -9.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 479 in 2012. Average annual growth rate: -0.63%.
423
Population (2024)
465
Population (2010)
479
Peak (2012)
-0.63%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 465 |
| 2011 | 468 |
| 2012 | 479 |
| 2013 | 454 |
| 2014 | 451 |
| 2015 | 451 |
| 2016 | 467 |
| 2017 | 456 |
| 2018 | 463 |
| 2019 | 468 |
| 2020 | 432 |
| 2021 | 435 |
| 2022 | 427 |
| 2023 | 416 |
| 2024 | 423 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.6% |
| Black or African American | 0.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
40.5
Median Age
45.7%
Female
54.3%
Male
19.3%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 24.5% · Seniors (65+): 19.3%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $67,500$-7,485 vs state |
| Mean household income | $87,350 |
| Per-capita income | $31,870 |
| Poverty rate | 5.6%-1.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 61.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Arthur County is agriculture, accounting for 45.8% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
6.1%
Carpool
67.5%
Public transit
9.1%
Work from home
21.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$188,800$-35,000 vs state
Median home value
$850
Median rent
74.5%
Homeownership rate
230
Total housing units
80.0%
Occupied
20.0%
Vacant
25.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.7%
With health insurance
90.8%
With broadband internet
16.9%
Foreign-born
6.8%
Veterans (18+)
16.1%
With a disability
94.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
97.9%
High School+
32.7%
Bachelor's+
Largest cities in Nebraska
Other counties in Nebraska
Part of Nebraska
Metro areas in Nebraska
County rankings
Frequently Asked Questions
Arthur County, Nebraska has a population of 540 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 91st-largest county in Nebraska. Population density is 1 people per square mile.
The population of Arthur County has declined 9.0% since 2010 (465 → 423), a -0.67% annualized rate.
The median household income in Arthur County, Nebraska is $67,500, with mean (average) household income of $87,350 and per-capita income of $31,870. 5.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Arthur County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.6%), Hispanic or Latino (6.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Arthur County, Nebraska is 40.5 years. Residents are 45.7% female and 54.3% male.
The median home value in Arthur County is $188,800 and median monthly rent is $850. 74.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 230 total housing units, 20.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Arthur County, Nebraska is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 45.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.
Omaha is among the largest cities associated with Arthur County, Nebraska, with a population of 488,197.
More from Nebraska
Population 585,461
Population 323,673
Population 194,051
Population 62,431
Full rankings of Nebraska counties
Statewide data for Nebraska
Population, race, income, age, and trends across Nebraska
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.