Howard County's 2026 population is estimated at 6,588, reflecting a 0.12% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Howard County is the 45th largest county in Nebraska. The 2010 population was 6,279 and has grown 4.92% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.2 years
Female: 43.1 years
Male: 41.5 years
There are 4,886 adults, (1,481 of whom are seniors) in Howard County.
Female: 3,211 (49.1%)
Male: 3,323 (50.9%)
The racial composition of Howard County includes 92.18% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,023 | 92.18% |
| Two or more races | 362 | 5.54% |
| Other race | 101 | 1.55% |
| Black or African American | 42 | 0.64% |
| Asian | 4 | 0.06% |
| Native American | 2 | 0.03% |
Howard County 's average per capita income is $47,964. Household income levels show a median of $76,767. The poverty rate stands at 4.82%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $103,281 | - |
| Families | $94,786 | $116,344 |
| Households | $76,767 | $96,174 |
| Non Families | $31,900 | $40,847 |
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