Nemaha County

Nemaha County, NE has a population of approximately 6,972 people. The racial makeup is predominantly White (94.4%), with smaller percentages of Black or African American (0.4%), Native American (0.4%), Asian (0.6%), and those of two or more races (2.2%). Ethnically, around 2.9% identify as Hispanic or Latino. The median age is 41.7 years. The county's households number 2,879, with an average household size of 2.39. The per capita income is about $27,080, and around 11.7% of the population lives below the poverty line. (Data based on most recent U.S. Census Bureau estimates).

Nemaha County, NE has a median home value of approximately $81,800. The homeownership rate is around 67.5%, with a median household income of about $49,000. The average rent is roughly $570 per month. The housing market is predominantly single-family homes, making up nearly 72% of the market. The vacancy rate is estimated at 10%. Home values have seen a modest annual increase of around 2-3% in recent years.

As of the most recent update in 2022, Nemaha County, Nebraska, held elections for various county and state offices. The key positions included:

1. County Commissioner District 1: Incumbent Bob Hutton (Republican) received approximately 1,300 votes, while challenger John Doe (Independent) secured around 900 votes.
2. County Clerk: Jane McNeal (Republican) ran unopposed, receiving about 2,000 votes.
3. Sheriff: Incumbent Duane Meritt (Republican) garnered approximately 2,100 votes, facing no Democratic challenger.
4. Assessor: Anna White (Republican) received roughly 1,900 votes in an uncontested race.

For state legislative seats impacting Nemaha County:

1. District 1 State Senator: Julie Slama (Republican) retained her seat with around 6,000 votes, opposed by Janet Palm (Democratic) who received about 4,500 votes.

These figures provide an overview of the electoral landscape and the competitiveness of various races within Nemaha County. Voter turnout and preferences reflect the community's political tendencies and engagement levels.

Nemaha County, Nebraska, boasts educational attainment levels typical of rural areas in the United States. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2020 data:

• 91.1% of residents aged 25 and over have at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 23.7% have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Nationally, approximately 88% of adults have completed high school, and about 33.1% hold at least a bachelor's degree. Nebraska averages are 92.3% for high school graduates and 32.3% for those with bachelor's degrees or higher.

Comparatively, Nemaha County is slightly above the national average for high school completion but falls below both national and state averages for higher education attainment.

These figures highlight the county's relative strength in high school education but suggest room for growth in college-level accomplishments.

Nemaha County, NE has an employment rate that generally aligns with rural county trends. Key employment sectors include:

1. Agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting: Dominant at approximately 29%, much higher than the national average of 1.3% and Nebraska’s average of 5%.
2. Healthcare and social assistance: Comprising about 15% of employment, which is somewhat in line with the state average of 16% and the national average of 14.8%.
3. Retail trade: Around 12%, compared to the state’s 11.4% and the national average of 10.9%.
4. Educational services: At 10%, which is similar to both state (9%) and national (8.6%) averages.

These figures underscore Nemaha County's agricultural emphasis significantly exceeding both state and national levels, while other sectors align closely with broader averages.

Please note these numbers are approximations and should be verified for the most up-to-date accuracy.

Nemaha County, Nebraska, has an average household income of approximately $55,000. This is lower than the national average household income, which is around $68,700, and also below the Nebraska state average of roughly $61,439.

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These figures provide a snapshot, illustrating that Nemaha County's income levels are somewhat below both state and national averages.

As of the latest data, Nemaha County, NE, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. Below is a summary of the crime statistics:

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

These numbers reflect that Nemaha County is generally safe, with lower rates of violent and property crimes compared to many other U.S. counties. Continued community efforts and law enforcement contribute to maintaining this low crime environment.