Cheyenne County, Nebraska Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 28th-largest in Nebraska
The population of Cheyenne County, Nebraska is 9,478 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 28th-largest county in Nebraska. The median household income is $57,594, the median home value is $129,100, and the median age is 42.0.
The population of Cheyenne County has declined 3.7% since 2010 (9,969 → 9,602), a -0.27% annualized rate.
9,478
Population
-0.27%
Annual growth
8
People / sq mi
$57,594
Median Income
$129,100
Median Home Value
Cheyenne County covers 1,196 sq mi of land at 7.9 people per square mile.
About Cheyenne County, NE
Cheyenne County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 42.1% of the population. Cheyenne County is a county in Nebraska with a population of 9,478. It ranks #28 among counties in Nebraska by population.
Median household income is $57,594, below the US median of $78,538. Only 6.6% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $129,100, with typical rent around $912.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 22.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.8%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Cheyenne County, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Cheyenne County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Cheyenne County had a population of 9,969 in 2010 and 9,602 in 2024, a -3.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,150 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: -0.24%.
9,602
Population (2024)
9,969
Population (2010)
10,150
Peak (2015)
-0.24%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,969 |
| 2011 | 9,993 |
| 2012 | 10,076 |
| 2013 | 10,075 |
| 2014 | 10,124 |
| 2015 | 10,150 |
| 2016 | 10,069 |
| 2017 | 9,654 |
| 2018 | 9,295 |
| 2019 | 9,011 |
| 2020 | 9,486 |
| 2021 | 9,504 |
| 2022 | 9,524 |
| 2023 | 9,549 |
| 2024 | 9,602 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.0% |
| Black or African American | 2.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
42.0
Median Age
50.1%
Female
49.9%
Male
21.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.9% · Seniors (65+): 21.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $57,594$-17,391 vs state |
| Mean household income | $76,923 |
| Per-capita income | $34,946 |
| Poverty rate | 6.6%-0.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.9% |
| Employment-to-population | 62.4% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Cheyenne County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
4.9%
Carpool
74.8%
Public transit
9.8%
Work from home
15.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$129,100$-94,700 vs state
Median home value
$912
Median rent
66.9%
Homeownership rate
4,886
Total housing units
89.1%
Occupied
10.9%
Vacant
33.1%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
94.1%
With health insurance
94.1%
With broadband internet
42.1%
Foreign-born
7.7%
Veterans (18+)
14.1%
With a disability
97.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
92.9%
High School+
22.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cheyenne County, Nebraska has a population of 9,478 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 28th-largest county in Nebraska. Population density is 8 people per square mile.
The population of Cheyenne County has declined 3.7% since 2010 (9,969 → 9,602), a -0.27% annualized rate.
The median household income in Cheyenne County, Nebraska is $57,594, with mean (average) household income of $76,923 and per-capita income of $34,946. 6.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Cheyenne County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.0%), Black or African American (2.1%), Hispanic or Latino (1.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Cheyenne County, Nebraska is 42.0 years. Residents are 50.1% female and 49.9% male.
The median home value in Cheyenne County is $129,100 and median monthly rent is $912. 66.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,886 total housing units, 10.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Cheyenne County, Nebraska is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.9%.
Omaha is among the largest cities associated with Cheyenne County, Nebraska, with a population of 488,197.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.