Grant County, Nebraska Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 86th-largest in Nebraska
The population of Grant County, Nebraska is 695 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 86th-largest county in Nebraska. The median household income is $69,063, the median home value is $113,900, and the median age is 37.8.
The population of Grant County has declined 6.7% since 2010 (614 → 573), a -0.49% annualized rate.
695
Population
-0.49%
Annual growth
1
People / sq mi
$69,063
Median Income
$113,900
Median Home Value
Grant County covers 777 sq mi of land at 0.9 people per square mile.
About Grant County, NE
Grant County stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US counties, at roughly 1 people per square mile. With 695 residents, Grant County is a county in Nebraska.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $69,063 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US counties at 6.1%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $113,900, with typical rent around $883.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US counties — 29.4% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Working from home is common here: 17.4% of workers do so, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Grant County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Grant County had a population of 614 in 2010 and 573 in 2024, a -6.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 670 in 2018. Average annual growth rate: -0.44%.
573
Population (2024)
614
Population (2010)
670
Peak (2018)
-0.44%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 614 |
| 2011 | 635 |
| 2012 | 626 |
| 2013 | 635 |
| 2014 | 628 |
| 2015 | 648 |
| 2016 | 666 |
| 2017 | 651 |
| 2018 | 670 |
| 2019 | 631 |
| 2020 | 616 |
| 2021 | 580 |
| 2022 | 587 |
| 2023 | 567 |
| 2024 | 573 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 94.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
37.8
Median Age
44.7%
Female
55.3%
Male
20.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.5% · Seniors (65+): 20.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $69,063$-5,922 vs state |
| Mean household income | $81,805 |
| Per-capita income | $34,449 |
| Poverty rate | 6.1%-0.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 65.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Grant County is agriculture, accounting for 25.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
8.4%
Carpool
68.1%
Public transit
17.4%
Work from home
24.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$113,900$-109,900 vs state
Median home value
$883
Median rent
68.5%
Homeownership rate
418
Total housing units
70.6%
Occupied
29.4%
Vacant
31.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.4%
With health insurance
93.9%
With broadband internet
18.4%
Foreign-born
4.1%
Veterans (18+)
9.5%
With a disability
98.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
92.6%
High School+
29.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Grant County, Nebraska has a population of 695 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 86th-largest county in Nebraska. Population density is 1 people per square mile.
The population of Grant County has declined 6.7% since 2010 (614 → 573), a -0.49% annualized rate.
The median household income in Grant County, Nebraska is $69,063, with mean (average) household income of $81,805 and per-capita income of $34,449. 6.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Grant County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (94.5%), Hispanic or Latino (2.4%), 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 Grant County, Nebraska is 37.8 years. Residents are 44.7% female and 55.3% male.
The median home value in Grant County is $113,900 and median monthly rent is $883. 68.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 418 total housing units, 29.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Grant County, Nebraska is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 25.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.4%.
Omaha is among the largest cities associated with Grant County, Nebraska, with a population of 488,197.
Grant County, NE Climate
Grant County, NE has an average annual temperature of 8.6°C (47°F) and receives about 440 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.6°C
Avg Temp
440
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 23° | 14 mm |
| February | -2° / 29° | 17 mm |
| March | 2° / 36° | 32 mm |
| April | 8° / 46° | 41 mm |
| May | 14° / 56° | 71 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 65 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 57 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 43 mm |
| September | 16° / 61° | 39 mm |
| October | 9° / 49° | 24 mm |
| November | 1° / 34° | 21 mm |
| December | -3° / 26° | 16 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 Grant County, NE
The most comfortable months to visit Grant County, NE are typically August, July and June, 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). May is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.