Nemaha County's 2026 population is estimated at 7,010, reflecting a -0.26% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Nemaha County is the 41st largest county in Nebraska. The 2010 population was 7,238 and has grown -3.15% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.3 years
Female: 40.8 years
Male: 38.3 years
There are 5,477 adults, (1,420 of whom are seniors) in Nemaha County.
Female: 3,422 (48.6%)
Male: 3,624 (51.4%)
The racial composition of Nemaha County includes 89.71% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,321 | 89.71% |
| Two or more races | 471 | 6.68% |
| Other race | 97 | 1.38% |
| Black or African American | 88 | 1.25% |
| Native American | 59 | 0.84% |
| Asian | 10 | 0.14% |
Nemaha County 's average per capita income is $44,628. Household income levels show a median of $60,924. The poverty rate stands at 13.29%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $107,321 | - |
| Families | $74,583 | $106,899 |
| Households | $60,924 | $85,213 |
| Non Families | $40,211 | $51,934 |
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