Nebraska Population & Demographics
Nebraska has a population of 1,965,926, ranking #37 among US states. The median household income is $74,985 and the median age is 37.1.
US states by population — Nebraska is #37
1,965,926
Population
#37
By Population
$74,985
Median Income
37.1
Median Age
Age Distribution
Male: 50.2% · Female: 49.8%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 79.9% |
| Black or African American | 4.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 1.0% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
Economy & Income
$74,985
Median Household Income
$40,637
Per Capita Income
6.7%
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
$100,194
Mean Household Income
66.3%
Employment Rate
Education
92.1%
High School Graduate+
34.1%
Bachelor's Degree+
Housing
$223,800
Median Home Value
$1,035
Median Rent
855,631
Total Housing Units
66.5%
Owner-Occupied
33.5%
Renter-Occupied
8.0%
Vacant
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
2.3%
Carpool
10.0%
Work From Home
19.1 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Nebraska
| # | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Omaha city | 488,197 | $72,708 | $230,100 |
| 2 | Lincoln city | 291,932 | $69,991 | $248,200 |
| 3 | Bellevue city | 64,355 | $87,343 | $230,800 |
| 4 | Grand Island city | 52,761 | $62,439 | $202,600 |
| 5 | Kearney city | 34,024 | $69,790 | $235,800 |
| 6 | Fremont city | 27,321 | $67,179 | $194,400 |
| 7 | Norfolk city | 25,962 | $62,175 | $199,100 |
| 8 | Hastings city | 25,005 | $61,202 | $177,200 |
| 9 | Columbus city | 24,188 | $67,212 | $198,900 |
| 10 | Papillion city | 24,063 | $109,602 | $290,900 |
| 11 | North Platte city | 23,030 | $57,805 | $159,500 |
| 12 | La Vista city | 16,594 | $78,145 | $244,900 |
| 13 | Scottsbluff city | 14,406 | $53,448 | $141,300 |
| 14 | South Sioux City city | 13,871 | $68,397 | $160,900 |
| 15 | Beatrice city | 12,233 | $54,583 | $152,900 |
| 16 | Lexington city | 10,693 | $62,364 | $155,200 |
| 17 | Chalco Cdp | 10,625 | $81,427 | $224,400 |
Counties in Nebraska
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Douglas County | 585,461 | $79,081 |
| 2 | Lancaster County | 323,673 | $72,625 |
| 3 | Sarpy County | 194,051 | $101,402 |
| 4 | Hall County | 62,431 | $67,549 |
| 5 | Buffalo County | 50,323 | $74,570 |
| 6 | Dodge County | 37,146 | $71,294 |
| 7 | Scotts Bluff County | 35,937 | $60,960 |
| 8 | Madison County | 35,535 | $64,637 |
| 9 | Platte County | 34,358 | $72,335 |
| 10 | Lincoln County | 34,122 | $64,342 |
| 11 | Adams County | 31,034 | $65,680 |
| 12 | Cass County | 26,963 | $88,255 |
| 13 | Dawson County | 24,020 | $65,383 |
| 14 | Saunders County | 22,761 | $89,395 |
| 15 | Gage County | 21,646 | $64,426 |
| 16 | Dakota County | 21,331 | $71,655 |
| 17 | Washington County | 20,989 | $90,188 |
| 18 | Seward County | 17,636 | $81,122 |
| 19 | Otoe County | 16,075 | $81,430 |
| 20 | Saline County | 14,642 | $77,027 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Nebraska has a population of 1,965,926 according to the Census ACS 2023 5-Year estimates, making it the #37 most populated state.
The median household income in Nebraska is $74,985, with a per capita income of $40,637. 6.7% of the population lives below the poverty level.
Nebraska is 79.9% White, 4.8% Black, 0.0% Asian, and 2.2% Hispanic/Latino.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. The ACS surveys approximately 3.5 million households annually. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.