Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.6% ▼ 66% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 455 (26.3%) |
| Some College | 249 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 319 (18.5%) |
| Bachelors | 241 (14%) |
| Graduate Degree | 461 (26.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,023 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $154,164 ▼ 45% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $886/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,269 |
| Vacant Units | 182 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Perkins County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 2,727 residents. With a median age of 39.59, it is a middle-aged county.
Perkins County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $73,022 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.6%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 7.7% is well below the national average.
Housing in Perkins County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $154,164 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $885. Homeownership rates are high at 79.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Perkins County are primarily White (90.65%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Perkins County, NE is a solidly middle-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.