Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 53.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.89 |
| Below Poverty | 12.7% ▲ 27% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.1% ▼ 57% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 326 (26.7%) |
| Some College | 177 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 263 (21.5%) |
| Bachelors | 191 (15.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 265 (21.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $42,651 ▼ 44% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $101,089 ▼ 64% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $699/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,587 |
| Vacant Units | 702 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Garden County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 1,687 residents. With a median age of 53.02, it is a mature county.
Garden County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $42,651 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.1%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Garden County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $101,089 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $698. Homeownership rates are high at 77.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Garden County are primarily White (93.12%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Garden County, NE is a working-class area in Nebraska. The 4 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.