Otoe County's 2026 population is estimated at 16,877, reflecting a 0.85% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Otoe County is the 19th largest county in Nebraska. The 2010 population was 15,747 and has grown 7.18% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.7 years
Female: 43.4 years
Male: 40.2 years
There are 12,339 adults, (3,347 of whom are seniors) in Otoe County.
Female: 7,954 (49%)
Male: 8,287 (51%)
The racial composition of Otoe County includes 86.6% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 14,064 | 86.6% |
| Two or more races | 1,419 | 8.74% |
| Other race | 480 | 2.96% |
| Black or African American | 169 | 1.04% |
| Native American | 75 | 0.46% |
| Asian | 34 | 0.21% |
Otoe County 's average per capita income is $52,436. Household income levels show a median of $82,188. The poverty rate stands at 9.09%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $120,804 | - |
| Families | $108,929 | $128,379 |
| Households | $82,188 | $104,311 |
| Non Families | $46,578 | $58,069 |
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