Cedar County's 2026 population is estimated at 8,298, reflecting a 0.22% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Cedar County is the 33rd largest county in Nebraska. The 2010 population was 8,819 and has grown -5.91% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.9 years
Female: 44.5 years
Male: 39.7 years
There are 6,193 adults, (1,857 of whom are seniors) in Cedar County.
Female: 4,063 (48.9%)
Male: 4,252 (51.1%)
The racial composition of Cedar County includes 95.55% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Asian, Native American, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 7,945 | 95.55% |
| Two or more races | 181 | 2.18% |
| Other race | 135 | 1.62% |
| Asian | 24 | 0.29% |
| Native American | 18 | 0.22% |
| Black or African American | 12 | 0.14% |
Cedar County 's average per capita income is $47,706. Household income levels show a median of $73,578. The poverty rate stands at 7.07%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $102,803 | - |
| Families | $99,196 | $115,846 |
| Households | $73,578 | $94,908 |
| Non Families | $38,952 | $51,496 |
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