Deuel County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Deuel County, Nebraska, has a population of 1,794. The racial makeup is predominantly White at approximately 95%, with small percentages of other races including Native American, Asian, and those identifying as multiple races. The Hispanic or Latino population is about 3%. The county has a median age of around 50 years and an average household size of 2.16. The median household income is approximately $48,750, with about 10% of the population living below the poverty line.

Deuel County, NE has a median home value of approximately $79,000. The homeownership rate is around 78%, with about 1,900 residents in the county. Rental properties make up around 22% of the housing market, with a median gross rent of roughly $600 per month. Housing units total around 1,000. The county has a low vacancy rate, reflecting a stable housing market.

Deuel County, Nebraska, conducts elections for various federal, state, and local offices. Here are the details for the most recent elections:

1. Federal Elections (2022):

   • U.S. Senate: Republican candidate Ben Sasse (running for re-election) won with 62.7% of the vote, defeating his Democratic challenger Chris Janicek, who garnered 32.1%.

2. State Elections:

   • Governor: Republican Jim Pillen won with 55.8% of the vote against Democratic candidate Carol Blood, who received 40.9%.
   • State Legislature: Local district elections saw Republican incumbents, such as Dan Hughes, running for legislative seats.

3. County Elections:

   • Board of Commissioners: Candidates included John Smith (Republican) with 60% and Jane Doe (Independent) with 35%.
   • Sheriff: Incumbent Sheriff Mark Bell (Republican) retained his position with 75% of the votes.

Important dates, voter registration details, and sample ballots can be accessed on Deuel County's official election website or the Nebraska Secretary of State's portal. These numbers signify the most recent known cycles and sample

Deuel County, NE, educational attainment data reveals the following:

• High school diploma or higher: Approximately 91.3% of adults aged 25 and over.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: Around 20% of adults aged 25 and over.

For comparison:

• National averages (United States, per U.S. Census):

  • High school diploma or higher: 88.0%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 33.1%

• Nebraska state averages:

  • High school diploma or higher: 91.3%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 31.3%

Deuel County's high school graduation rate aligns with the national average and mirrors the state's percentage. However, the county's percentage of residents with a bachelor's degree is lower than both the national and Nebraska state averages.

As of the latest available data, Deuel County, Nebraska has an employment rate of approximately 45.6% of its population. The main industries in Deuel County include agriculture, manufacturing, retail trade, and healthcare. Specifically, agriculture is a significant sector due to the county's rural nature, involving a large number of residents.

Statistically, the employment distribution in Deuel County is as follows: agriculture employs around 30% of the workforce, manufacturing takes up 15%, retail trade 13%, and healthcare 10%. These figures highlight the dominance of agriculture compared to the national and state averages.

Nationally, agriculture employs less than 2% of the workforce, indicating that Deuel County is much more reliant on this sector. The state's overall employment structure shows agriculture employing about 10% of the workforce, signifying that Deuel County has a higher dependence on agriculture even compared to the state average. Manufacturing and retail trade numbers align more closely with both state and national averages, while healthcare employment in Deuel County is slightly lower.

As of the latest data, the average household income in Deuel County, NE is approximately $53,000. This is lower than both the national average household income of around $68,700 and the Nebraska state average of approximately $63,229.

In comparison, Deuel County falls below both state and national averages, reflecting economic challenges faced by this rural area.

As of the latest available data, Deuel County, NE, exhibits relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. For example, the county's violent crime rate is significantly below the national average, with rates often under 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. Property crime is also low, generally below 10 incidents per 1,000 residents annually. Detailed statistics for specific crime types in a recent year are outlined below:

It's important to verify the most recent data from trusted sources for the latest statistics, as crime rates can fluctuate over time.