Red Willow County's 2026 population is estimated at 10,203, reflecting a -1% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Red Willow County is the 25th largest county in Nebraska. The 2010 population was 11,059 and has grown -7.74% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.6 years
Female: 43.4 years
Male: 41 years
There are 8,190 adults, (2,220 of whom are seniors) in Red Willow County.
Female: 5,307 (50.3%)
Male: 5,250 (49.7%)
The racial composition of Red Willow County includes 88.9% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 9,385 | 88.9% |
| Two or more races | 729 | 6.91% |
| Other race | 296 | 2.8% |
| Black or African American | 103 | 0.98% |
| Asian | 27 | 0.26% |
| Native American | 17 | 0.16% |
Red Willow County 's average per capita income is $44,720. Household income levels show a median of $63,697. The poverty rate stands at 14.04%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $100,250 | - |
| Families | $92,004 | $103,257 |
| Households | $63,697 | $86,040 |
| Non Families | $40,132 | $59,473 |
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