Sherman County, Nebraska Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 66th-largest in Nebraska
The population of Sherman County, Nebraska is 2,974 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 66th-largest county in Nebraska. The median household income is $61,935, the median home value is $135,000, and the median age is 47.9.
The population of Sherman County has declined 6.8% since 2010 (3,165 → 2,949), a -0.50% annualized rate.
2,974
Population
-0.50%
Annual growth
5
People / sq mi
$61,935
Median Income
$135,000
Median Home Value
Sherman County covers 566 sq mi of land at 5.3 people per square mile.
About Sherman County, NE
The poverty rate is what most separates Sherman County from the typical county: 4.6% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Sherman County is a county in Nebraska with a population of 2,974.
The typical household here earns about $61,935, below the US median of $78,538. Very few residents live in poverty — 4.6%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $135,000, with typical rent around $866.
18.8% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 7.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Sherman County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Sherman County had a population of 3,165 in 2010 and 2,949 in 2024, a -6.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 3,165 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.50%.
2,949
Population (2024)
3,165
Population (2010)
3,165
Peak (2010)
-0.50%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,165 |
| 2011 | 3,103 |
| 2012 | 3,079 |
| 2013 | 3,062 |
| 2014 | 3,034 |
| 2015 | 3,036 |
| 2016 | 3,006 |
| 2017 | 3,072 |
| 2018 | 3,029 |
| 2019 | 2,984 |
| 2020 | 2,953 |
| 2021 | 2,964 |
| 2022 | 3,000 |
| 2023 | 2,970 |
| 2024 | 2,949 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.9% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
47.9
Median Age
49.0%
Female
51.0%
Male
27.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.5% · Seniors (65+): 27.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $61,935$-13,050 vs state |
| Mean household income | $73,202 |
| Per-capita income | $32,460 |
| Poverty rate | 4.6%-2.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% |
| Employment-to-population | 60.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Sherman County is professional & business services, accounting for 19.1% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
3.7%
Carpool
78.8%
Public transit
7.0%
Work from home
21.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$135,000$-88,800 vs state
Median home value
$866
Median rent
76.4%
Homeownership rate
1,797
Total housing units
72.0%
Occupied
28.0%
Vacant
23.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
94.1%
With health insurance
83.8%
With broadband internet
14.2%
Foreign-born
7.4%
Veterans (18+)
14.4%
With a disability
98.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
91.3%
High School+
18.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sherman County, Nebraska has a population of 2,974 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 66th-largest county in Nebraska. Population density is 5 people per square mile.
The population of Sherman County has declined 6.8% since 2010 (3,165 → 2,949), a -0.50% annualized rate.
The median household income in Sherman County, Nebraska is $61,935, with mean (average) household income of $73,202 and per-capita income of $32,460. 4.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Sherman County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (93.9%), Hispanic or Latino (0.9%), 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 Sherman County, Nebraska is 47.9 years. Residents are 49.0% female and 51.0% male.
The median home value in Sherman County is $135,000 and median monthly rent is $866. 76.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 1,797 total housing units, 28.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Sherman County, Nebraska is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.
Omaha is among the largest cities associated with Sherman 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.