Boyd County, Nebraska Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 78th-largest in Nebraska
The population of Boyd County, Nebraska is 1,704 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 78th-largest county in Nebraska. The median household income is $58,984, the median home value is $104,000, and the median age is 54.9.
The population of Boyd County has declined 19.3% since 2010 (2,106 → 1,700), a -1.52% annualized rate.
1,704
Population
-1.52%
Annual growth
3
People / sq mi
$58,984
Median Income
$104,000
Median Home Value
Boyd County covers 539 sq mi of land at 3.2 people per square mile.
About Boyd County, NE
Boyd County skews on age — the median resident is 54.9, older than the national median. Boyd County is a county in Nebraska with a population of 1,704.
Median household income is $58,984, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US counties at 5.7%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $104,000, with typical rent around $650.
Roughly 19.6% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.5%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Boyd County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Boyd County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Boyd County had a population of 2,106 in 2010 and 1,700 in 2024, a -19.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 2,106 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.51%.
1,700
Population (2024)
2,106
Population (2010)
2,106
Peak (2010)
-1.51%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,106 |
| 2011 | 2,080 |
| 2012 | 2,061 |
| 2013 | 2,017 |
| 2014 | 2,020 |
| 2015 | 2,004 |
| 2016 | 1,980 |
| 2017 | 1,956 |
| 2018 | 1,946 |
| 2019 | 1,894 |
| 2020 | 1,803 |
| 2021 | 1,782 |
| 2022 | 1,737 |
| 2023 | 1,739 |
| 2024 | 1,700 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.3% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
54.9
Median Age
47.3%
Female
52.7%
Male
33.7%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.2% · Seniors (65+): 33.7%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $58,984$-16,001 vs state |
| Mean household income | $77,634 |
| Per-capita income | $36,652 |
| Poverty rate | 5.7%-1.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 59.4% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Boyd County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.8% of workers.
How residents commute
1.1%
Drive alone
11.6%
Carpool
70.0%
Public transit
8.5%
Work from home
20.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$104,000$-119,800 vs state
Median home value
$650
Median rent
83.0%
Homeownership rate
1,199
Total housing units
65.4%
Occupied
34.6%
Vacant
17.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.9%
With health insurance
90.2%
With broadband internet
31.2%
Foreign-born
10.5%
Veterans (18+)
17.2%
With a disability
94.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
95.7%
High School+
19.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Boyd County, Nebraska has a population of 1,704 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 78th-largest county in Nebraska. Population density is 3 people per square mile.
The population of Boyd County has declined 19.3% since 2010 (2,106 → 1,700), a -1.52% annualized rate.
The median household income in Boyd County, Nebraska is $58,984, with mean (average) household income of $77,634 and per-capita income of $36,652. 5.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Boyd County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.3%), Hispanic or Latino (3.1%), Black or African American (0.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Boyd County, Nebraska is 54.9 years. Residents are 47.3% female and 52.7% male.
The median home value in Boyd County is $104,000 and median monthly rent is $650. 83.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 1,199 total housing units, 34.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Boyd County, Nebraska is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.5%.
Omaha is among the largest cities associated with Boyd County, Nebraska, with a population of 488,197.
Boyd County, NE Climate
Boyd County, NE has an average annual temperature of 9.4°C (49°F) and receives about 578 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.4°C
Avg Temp
578
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -6° / 20° | 10 mm |
| February | -3° / 27° | 13 mm |
| March | 3° / 37° | 39 mm |
| April | 9° / 49° | 57 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 82 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 97 mm |
| July | 24° / 76° | 79 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 64 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 61 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 39 mm |
| November | 2° / 35° | 23 mm |
| December | -4° / 24° | 14 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Boyd County, NE
The most comfortable months to visit Boyd County, NE are typically June, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -12°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.