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Population Review

Hall County, Nebraska Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 4th-largest in Nebraska

The population of Hall County, Nebraska is 62,431 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 4th-largest county in Nebraska. The median household income is $67,549, the median home value is $207,900, and the median age is 36.0.

The population of Hall County has grown 6.9% since 2010 (58,813 → 62,869), a +0.48% annualized rate.

Hall County within Nebraska · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

62,431

Population

+0.48%

Annual growth

114

People / sq mi

$67,549

Median Income

$207,900

Median Home Value

Hall County covers 547 sq mi of land at 114.2 people per square mile.

About Hall County, NE

Hall County is a county in Nebraska with a population of 62,431. It ranks #4 among counties in Nebraska by population. The median age is 36.0, younger than the national median. The population is 51.0% male and 49.0% female.

The median household income in Hall County is $67,549, below the US median of $74,580. 9.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $207,900, with monthly rent averaging $911. The homeownership rate of 63.2% is close to the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Hall County reflects 21.1% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 3.7% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 17.6 minutes each way.

Hall County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Hall County had a population of 58,813 in 2010 and 62,869 in 2024, a 6.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 62,869 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.48%.

2024 · 63K20102024

62,869

Population (2024)

58,813

Population (2010)

62,869

Peak (2024)

0.48%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201058,813
201159,508
201260,105
201360,498
201461,103
201561,135
201661,404
201761,294
201861,510
201961,454
202062,776
202162,085
202262,292
202362,658
202462,869

Race & Ethnicity

White68.2%
Black or African American3.6%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.8%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

36.0

Median Age

49.0%

Female

51.0%

Male

15.4%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
7.5%
5–9
7.0%
10–14
8.4%
15–19
7.1%
20–24
5.9%
25–34
12.7%
35–44
12.5%
45–54
11.5%
55–59
6.1%
60–64
5.8%
65–74
9.0%
75–84
4.4%
85+
2.0%

Children (under 15): 22.9% · Seniors (65+): 15.4%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$67,549$-7,436 vs state
Mean household income$87,509
Per-capita income$34,636
Poverty rate9.2%+2.5% vs state
Unemployment rate2.3%
Employment-to-population66.5%

Top Industries by Employment

Manufacturing
21.0%
Professional & business services
18.9%
Construction
9.3%
Education & health care
8.0%
Finance & real estate
6.3%
Retail trade
5.7%
Information
5.3%
Arts, entertainment & food
3.7%

The largest employment sector in Hall County is manufacturing, accounting for 21.0% of workers.

How residents commute

0.3%

Drive alone

0.9%

Carpool

81.8%

Public transit

3.7%

Work from home

17.6 min

Avg commute

Housing

$207,900$-15,900 vs state

Median home value

$911

Median rent

63.2%

Homeownership rate

25,377

Total housing units

96.2%

Occupied

3.8%

Vacant

36.8%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

87.6%

With health insurance

93.2%

With broadband internet

18.8%

Foreign-born

5.7%

Veterans (18+)

12.7%

With a disability

73.5%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

84.7%

High School+

21.1%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hall County, Nebraska has a population of 62,431 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 4th-largest county in Nebraska. Population density is 114 people per square mile.

The population of Hall County has grown 6.9% since 2010 (58,813 → 62,869), a +0.48% annualized rate.

The median household income in Hall County, Nebraska is $67,549, with mean (average) household income of $87,509 and per-capita income of $34,636. 9.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Hall County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (68.2%), Black or African American (3.6%), Hispanic or Latino (1.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Hall County, Nebraska is 36.0 years. Residents are 49.0% female and 51.0% male.

The median home value in Hall County is $207,900 and median monthly rent is $911. 63.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 25,377 total housing units, 3.8% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Hall County, Nebraska is manufacturing, employing 21.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.3%.

Omaha is among the largest cities associated with Hall County, Nebraska, with a population of 488,197.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.