Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.5% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 52% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,333 (32%) |
| Some College | 421 (10.1%) |
| Associates | 623 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 781 (18.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 999 (24%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,751 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $178,565 ▼ 36% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $815/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,798 |
| Vacant Units | 271 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pierce County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,417 residents. With a median age of 40.26, it is a middle-aged county.
Pierce County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $73,750 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.3%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Pierce County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $178,565 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $815. Homeownership rates are high at 78.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Pierce County are primarily White (95.37%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Pierce County, NE is a solidly middle-class area in Nebraska. The 5 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.