Perkins County's 2026 population is estimated at 2,733, reflecting a -0.83% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Perkins County is the 69th largest county in Nebraska. The 2010 population was 2,978 and has grown -8.23% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.2 years
Female: 44.7 years
Male: 38.8 years
There are 2,135 adults, (673 of whom are seniors) in Perkins County.
Female: 1,377 (48.8%)
Male: 1,444 (51.2%)
The racial composition of Perkins County includes 90.5% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,553 | 90.5% |
| Two or more races | 200 | 7.09% |
| Other race | 31 | 1.1% |
| Native American | 21 | 0.74% |
| Asian | 16 | 0.57% |
Perkins County 's average per capita income is $42,595. Household income levels show a median of $72,778. The poverty rate stands at 7.15%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $88,945 | - |
| Families | $85,417 | $101,404 |
| Households | $72,778 | $86,647 |
| Non Families | $38,500 | $55,641 |
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