Brown County

Brown County, NE has a population of approximately 2,995 people. The racial demographic is predominantly White at 97.7%, followed by smaller percentages of Native American (1.1%), Hispanic or Latino (0.8%), and other races. The county has around 1,345 households, with an average household size of 2.22 individuals, and about 21.3% of the population is 65 years or older. The median household income is approximately $41,618, and around 11.3% of the population lives below the poverty line.

As of 2023, Brown County, Nebraska, has a median home value of around $90,000. The area features predominantly single-family homes with homeownership rate at approximately 71%. The average property tax rate is about 1.55%. Brown County's rental market is limited, with median monthly rent near $650. Housing occupancy rates are generally high, with only a small percentage of properties vacant. This rural region offers affordable housing options compared to national averages.

As of the latest general election data for Brown County, Nebraska (November 2022):

• Sheriff Election:

  • Bruce Papstein (Republican) remains the Sheriff; he was unopposed.

• County Commissioner - District 3:

  • Les Waits (Republican) - 100% votes, unopposed.

• State Legislative District 43:

  • Tom Brewer (Republican) - received a high proportion of votes, defeating challenger Jana Hughes.

• Gubernatorial Race for Nebraska includes state-level figures:

  • Jim Pillen (Republican) - won statewide with significant support from Brown County.

• U.S. Congress - District 3:

  • Adrian Smith (Republican) - received substantial support, majorly unopposed in specific districts, including Brown County.

Note: Specific numerical values for votes can fluctuate marginally as per final tallies, but the trends indicate strong Republican dominance in recent county races. Always verify with the Brown County Clerk’s office or official state election resources for detailed and updated results.

Brown County, Nebraska, has a relatively educated population, though it falls behind national and state averages in some metrics. According to the U.S. Census Bureau data:

• High school diploma or higher: Approximately 89.7% of residents aged 25 and older
• Bachelor's degree or higher: About 17.2% of residents aged 25 and older

For comparison:

• National averages: Around 88% for high school diploma or higher, and 33.1% for bachelor's degree or higher
• Nebraska state averages: Roughly 91% for high school diploma or higher, and about 32.3% for bachelor's degree or higher

While Brown County fares well in high school education, its rate of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher is significantly lower than both the national and state averages.

As of the latest available data, Brown County, NE has a labor force participation rate of around 61.5%, slightly lower than the national average of 63.3% and the Nebraska state average of 69.5%.

Top industries in Brown County include:

1. Agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting: 30.9%
2. Educational services, health care, and social assistance: 19.2%
3. Retail trade: 10.6%

In comparison, the national averages for these industries are approximately 1.4% for agriculture, 23.1% for education and health services, and 11.6% for retail trade. Nebraska state averages are 3.5% for agriculture, 23.3% for education and health services, and 11.4% for retail trade.

Employment in Brown County is significantly skewed towards agriculture, reflecting its rural economy and diverging notably from both state and national industry distributions.

As of the most recent data available, the average household income in Brown County, NE is approximately $48,000 per year. In comparison, the state of Nebraska has an average household income of around $64,000 per year, while the national average in the United States is about $68,700 per year.

Brown County's average household income is notably lower than both the state and national averages, reflecting economic disparities within different regions of the country.

As of the most recent data available up to 2023, Brown County, Nebraska, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. Here is a general overview along with a statistics table for clarity:

Crime Statistics for Brown County, NE (per 1,000 residents)

Key Points:

• Violent Crimes generally include murder, rape, robbery, and assault.
• Property Crimes encompass burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft.

The low crime rate reflects Brown County's overall safe environment, making it a relatively secure place for residents.