Thurston County's 2026 population is estimated at 6,787, reflecting a 1.12% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Thurston County is the 43rd largest county in Nebraska. The 2010 population was 6,971 and has grown -2.64% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 29.2 years
Female: 29.8 years
Male: 28.5 years
There are 4,354 adults, (834 of whom are seniors) in Thurston County.
Female: 3,358 (50.7%)
Male: 3,269 (49.3%)
The racial composition of Thurston County includes 54.78% Native American, 36.49% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Native American | 3,630 | 54.78% |
| White | 2,418 | 36.49% |
| Two or more races | 363 | 5.48% |
| Other race | 105 | 1.58% |
| Asian | 93 | 1.4% |
| Black or African American | 18 | 0.27% |
Thurston County 's average per capita income is $44,951. Household income levels show a median of $69,177. The poverty rate stands at 13.89%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $95,000 | - |
| Families | $73,239 | $97,559 |
| Households | $69,177 | $86,211 |
| Non Families | $38,993 | $46,738 |
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