Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
| Below Poverty | 11.0% ▲ 10% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.0% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 367 (3.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,697 (39.9%) |
| Some College | 1,559 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 1,753 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,354 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,031 (17.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,237 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $168,584 ▼ 40% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,012/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,095 |
| Vacant Units | 509 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Dakota County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 22,049 residents. With a median age of 32.64, it is a relatively young county.
Dakota County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $72,237 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 11.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Dakota County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $168,584 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,012. Homeownership rates are high at 65.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Dakota County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 44.4%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Dakota County, NE is a solidly middle-class area in Nebraska. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68731 | Dakota City | 3,691 | $85,815 | $196,000 | $890 | 5.2% | 25.4% |
| 68733 | Emerson | 1,196 | $64,554 | $125,700 | $682 | 1.8% | 24.2% |
| 68030 | Homer | 641 | $87,639 | $183,600 | $829 | 0.9% | 23.2% |
| 68741 | Hubbard | 691 | $76,875 | $209,100 | $794 | 3.7% | 28.0% |
| 68743 | Jackson | 796 | $71,467 | $200,000 | $1,346 | 2.2% | 38.7% |
| 68776 | South Sioux City | 15,034 | $68,686 | $161,100 | $1,069 | 4.4% | 30.0% |