Box Butte County's 2026 population is estimated at 10,699, reflecting a -0.02% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Box Butte County is the 23rd largest county in Nebraska. The 2010 population was 11,277 and has grown -5.13% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.5 years
Female: 41.7 years
Male: 41.1 years
There are 8,017 adults, (2,227 of whom are seniors) in Box Butte County.
Female: 5,226 (48.8%)
Male: 5,488 (51.2%)
The racial composition of Box Butte County includes 81.53% White, 4.58% other race, 3.15% Native American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 8,735 | 81.53% |
| Two or more races | 1,092 | 10.19% |
| Other race | 491 | 4.58% |
| Native American | 338 | 3.15% |
| Asian | 43 | 0.4% |
| Black or African American | 15 | 0.14% |
Box Butte County 's average per capita income is $44,555. Household income levels show a median of $68,892. The poverty rate stands at 10.79%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $85,925 | - |
| Families | $72,077 | $86,680 |
| Households | $68,892 | $75,641 |
| Non Families | $38,458 | $46,633 |
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