Greeley County, Nebraska Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 73rd-largest in Nebraska
The population of Greeley County, Nebraska is 2,211 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 73rd-largest county in Nebraska. The median household income is $58,894, the median home value is $87,800, and the median age is 44.5.
The population of Greeley County has declined 13.7% since 2010 (2,546 → 2,197), a -1.05% annualized rate.
2,211
Population
-1.05%
Annual growth
4
People / sq mi
$58,894
Median Income
$87,800
Median Home Value
Greeley County covers 570 sq mi of land at 3.9 people per square mile.
About Greeley County, NE
In Greeley County, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $87,800. With 2,211 residents, Greeley County is a county in Nebraska.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $58,894 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.4%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $87,800, with typical rent around $643.
Roughly 18.4% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 6.2%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Greeley County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Greeley County had a population of 2,546 in 2010 and 2,197 in 2024, a -13.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 2,546 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.02%.
2,197
Population (2024)
2,546
Population (2010)
2,546
Peak (2010)
-1.02%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,546 |
| 2011 | 2,534 |
| 2012 | 2,463 |
| 2013 | 2,482 |
| 2014 | 2,482 |
| 2015 | 2,435 |
| 2016 | 2,400 |
| 2017 | 2,362 |
| 2018 | 2,357 |
| 2019 | 2,368 |
| 2020 | 2,179 |
| 2021 | 2,180 |
| 2022 | 2,237 |
| 2023 | 2,218 |
| 2024 | 2,197 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.8% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
44.5
Median Age
48.3%
Female
51.7%
Male
25.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.6% · Seniors (65+): 25.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $58,894$-16,091 vs state |
| Mean household income | $71,584 |
| Per-capita income | $31,028 |
| Poverty rate | 7.4%+0.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 58.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Greeley County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.2% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
9.3%
Carpool
76.2%
Public transit
6.2%
Work from home
18.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$87,800$-136,000 vs state
Median home value
$643
Median rent
82.3%
Homeownership rate
1,202
Total housing units
78.3%
Occupied
21.7%
Vacant
17.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.5%
With health insurance
92.0%
With broadband internet
12.0%
Foreign-born
11.4%
Veterans (18+)
15.3%
With a disability
98.4%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
93.5%
High School+
18.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Greeley County, Nebraska has a population of 2,211 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 73rd-largest county in Nebraska. Population density is 4 people per square mile.
The population of Greeley County has declined 13.7% since 2010 (2,546 → 2,197), a -1.05% annualized rate.
The median household income in Greeley County, Nebraska is $58,894, with mean (average) household income of $71,584 and per-capita income of $31,028. 7.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Greeley County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.8%), Hispanic or Latino (1.5%), Black or African American (0.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Greeley County, Nebraska is 44.5 years. Residents are 48.3% female and 51.7% male.
The median home value in Greeley County is $87,800 and median monthly rent is $643. 82.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 1,202 total housing units, 21.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Greeley County, Nebraska is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.4%.
Omaha is among the largest cities associated with Greeley County, Nebraska, with a population of 488,197.
Greeley County, NE Climate
Greeley County, NE has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F) and receives about 640 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.2°C
Avg Temp
640
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -6° / 21° | 11 mm |
| February | -3° / 27° | 15 mm |
| March | 3° / 37° | 50 mm |
| April | 9° / 49° | 66 mm |
| May | 15° / 60° | 95 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 96 mm |
| July | 23° / 74° | 84 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 75 mm |
| September | 17° / 63° | 62 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 40 mm |
| November | 2° / 35° | 31 mm |
| December | -4° / 24° | 15 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 Greeley County, NE
The most comfortable months to visit Greeley County, NE are typically June, August and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -13°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.