Hamilton County, Nebraska Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 29th-largest in Nebraska
The population of Hamilton County, Nebraska is 9,438 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 29th-largest county in Nebraska. The median household income is $79,884, the median home value is $238,700, and the median age is 41.3.
The population of Hamilton County has grown 4.8% since 2010 (9,127 → 9,564), a +0.33% annualized rate.
9,438
Population
+0.33%
Annual growth
17
People / sq mi
$79,884
Median Income
$238,700
Median Home Value
Hamilton County covers 542 sq mi of land at 17.4 people per square mile.
About Hamilton County, NE
Hamilton County is a county in Nebraska with a population of 9,438. It ranks #29 among counties in Nebraska by population. The median age is 41.3, older than the national median. The population is 50.3% male and 49.7% female.
The median household income in Hamilton County is $79,884, above the US median of $74,580. 4.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $238,700, with monthly rent averaging $776. The homeownership rate of 83.0% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Hamilton County reflects 29.6% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 8.0% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 20.9 minutes each way.
Hamilton County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Hamilton County had a population of 9,127 in 2010 and 9,564 in 2024, a 4.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 9,564 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.34%.
9,564
Population (2024)
9,127
Population (2010)
9,564
Peak (2024)
0.34%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,127 |
| 2011 | 9,079 |
| 2012 | 9,042 |
| 2013 | 9,123 |
| 2014 | 9,101 |
| 2015 | 9,138 |
| 2016 | 9,167 |
| 2017 | 9,193 |
| 2018 | 9,213 |
| 2019 | 9,285 |
| 2020 | 9,402 |
| 2021 | 9,388 |
| 2022 | 9,439 |
| 2023 | 9,528 |
| 2024 | 9,564 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
41.3
Median Age
49.7%
Female
50.3%
Male
20.5%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.0% · Seniors (65+): 20.5%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $79,884+$4,899 vs state |
| Mean household income | $97,863 |
| Per-capita income | $37,482 |
| Poverty rate | 4.1%-2.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 63.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Hamilton County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.8% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
3.6%
Carpool
79.7%
Public transit
8.0%
Work from home
20.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$238,700+$14,900 vs state
Median home value
$776
Median rent
83.0%
Homeownership rate
4,122
Total housing units
84.9%
Occupied
15.1%
Vacant
17.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
94.2%
With health insurance
94.6%
With broadband internet
16.5%
Foreign-born
7.5%
Veterans (18+)
10.8%
With a disability
97.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
97.1%
High School+
29.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hamilton County, Nebraska has a population of 9,438 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 29th-largest county in Nebraska. Population density is 17 people per square mile.
The population of Hamilton County has grown 4.8% since 2010 (9,127 → 9,564), a +0.33% annualized rate.
The median household income in Hamilton County, Nebraska is $79,884, with mean (average) household income of $97,863 and per-capita income of $37,482. 4.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Hamilton County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (93.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1.4%), Black or African American (0.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Hamilton County, Nebraska is 41.3 years. Residents are 49.7% female and 50.3% male.
The median home value in Hamilton County is $238,700 and median monthly rent is $776. 83.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,122 total housing units, 15.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Hamilton County, Nebraska is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Omaha is among the largest cities associated with Hamilton 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.