Saunders County's 2026 population is estimated at 23,276, reflecting a -0.28% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Saunders County is the 14th largest county in Nebraska. The 2010 population was 20,867 and has grown 11.54% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.3 years
Female: 40.6 years
Male: 40.1 years
There are 17,340 adults, (4,265 of whom are seniors) in Saunders County.
Female: 11,266 (48.9%)
Male: 11,782 (51.1%)
The racial composition of Saunders County includes 92.91% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Black or African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 21,415 | 92.91% |
| Two or more races | 1,203 | 5.22% |
| Asian | 189 | 0.82% |
| Other race | 157 | 0.68% |
| Black or African American | 55 | 0.24% |
| Native American | 23 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 6 | 0.03% |
Saunders County 's average per capita income is $55,714. Household income levels show a median of $94,066. The poverty rate stands at 6.29%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $118,474 | - |
| Families | $111,487 | $128,604 |
| Households | $94,066 | $111,182 |
| Non Families | $51,850 | $67,165 |
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