Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 69 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,186 (31.3%) |
| Some College | 945 (13.5%) |
| Associates | 923 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,109 (15.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,757 (25.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,261 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $151,723 ▼ 46% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $789/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 5,317 |
| Vacant Units | 896 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Custer County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 11 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 10,511 residents. With a median age of 42.66, it is a middle-aged county.
Custer County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,261 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.7% is near the national average.
Housing in Custer County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $151,723 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $788. Homeownership rates are high at 71.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Custer County are primarily White (92.14%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Custer County, NE is a solidly middle-class area in Nebraska. The 11 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68813 | Anselmo | 517 | $71,742 | $261,400 | $629 | 0.0% | 40.3% |
| 68814 | Ansley | 919 | $71,076 | $98,500 | $931 | 2.6% | 35.3% |
| 69120 | Arnold | 1,145 | $65,556 | $134,900 | $765 | 1.5% | 41.6% |
| 68822 | Broken Bow | 4,573 | $65,826 | $151,400 | $833 | 4.6% | 40.5% |
| 68825 | Callaway | 983 | $67,813 | $189,400 | $589 | 1.6% | 49.8% |
| 68828 | Comstock | 232 | $56,667 | $115,900 | — | 0.0% | 23.8% |
| 68855 | Mason City | 393 | $76,731 | $212,500 | $778 | 4.2% | 48.7% |
| 68856 | Merna | 690 | $81,250 | $194,600 | $1,000 | 0.5% | 48.7% |
| 68860 | Oconto | 298 | $61,250 | $58,600 | — | 4.0% | 40.9% |
| 68874 | Sargent | 738 | $57,813 | $95,500 | $563 | 1.4% | 36.3% |