Morrill County, Nebraska Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 58th-largest in Nebraska
The population of Morrill County, Nebraska is 4,544 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 58th-largest county in Nebraska. The median household income is $59,773, the median home value is $112,000, and the median age is 41.3.
The population of Morrill County has declined 11.0% since 2010 (5,039 → 4,485), a -0.83% annualized rate.
4,544
Population
-0.83%
Annual growth
3
People / sq mi
$59,773
Median Income
$112,000
Median Home Value
Morrill County covers 1,424 sq mi of land at 3.2 people per square mile.
About Morrill County, NE
Morrill County is a county in Nebraska with a population of 4,544. It ranks #58 among counties in Nebraska by population. The median age is 41.3, older than the national median. The population is 52.1% male and 47.9% female.
The median household income in Morrill County is $59,773, below the US median of $74,580. 7.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $112,000, with monthly rent averaging $744. The homeownership rate of 78.0% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Morrill County reflects 21.8% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 7.9% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 21.8 minutes each way.
Morrill County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Morrill County had a population of 5,039 in 2010 and 4,485 in 2024, a -11.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 5,039 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.83%.
4,485
Population (2024)
5,039
Population (2010)
5,039
Peak (2010)
-0.83%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,039 |
| 2011 | 4,985 |
| 2012 | 4,936 |
| 2013 | 4,929 |
| 2014 | 4,921 |
| 2015 | 4,928 |
| 2016 | 4,858 |
| 2017 | 4,794 |
| 2018 | 4,653 |
| 2019 | 4,624 |
| 2020 | 4,558 |
| 2021 | 4,570 |
| 2022 | 4,528 |
| 2023 | 4,531 |
| 2024 | 4,485 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 85.3% |
| Black or African American | 0.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
41.3
Median Age
47.9%
Female
52.1%
Male
21.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.1% · Seniors (65+): 21.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $59,773$-15,212 vs state |
| Mean household income | $78,536 |
| Per-capita income | $33,101 |
| Poverty rate | 7.3%+0.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 59.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Morrill County is professional & business services, accounting for 27.0% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
3.3%
Carpool
79.3%
Public transit
7.9%
Work from home
21.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$112,000$-111,800 vs state
Median home value
$744
Median rent
78.0%
Homeownership rate
2,276
Total housing units
83.0%
Occupied
17.0%
Vacant
22.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
94.0%
With health insurance
89.1%
With broadband internet
24.3%
Foreign-born
7.5%
Veterans (18+)
14.0%
With a disability
92.2%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
90.9%
High School+
21.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Morrill County, Nebraska has a population of 4,544 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 58th-largest county in Nebraska. Population density is 3 people per square mile.
The population of Morrill County has declined 11.0% since 2010 (5,039 → 4,485), a -0.83% annualized rate.
The median household income in Morrill County, Nebraska is $59,773, with mean (average) household income of $78,536 and per-capita income of $33,101. 7.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Morrill County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (85.3%), Hispanic or Latino (3.1%), Black or African American (0.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Morrill County, Nebraska is 41.3 years. Residents are 47.9% female and 52.1% male.
The median home value in Morrill County is $112,000 and median monthly rent is $744. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,276 total housing units, 17.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Morrill County, Nebraska is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 27.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.
Omaha is among the largest cities associated with Morrill 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.