Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
| Below Poverty | 6.8% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 34.5% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.7% ▼ 66% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,001 (33.8%) |
| Some College | 453 (15.3%) |
| Associates | 478 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 433 (14.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 588 (19.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,019 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $167,432 ▼ 40% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $809/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,958 |
| Vacant Units | 220 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Polk County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 4,545 residents. With a median age of 42.49, it is a middle-aged county.
Polk County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $78,018 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.7%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.8% is well below the national average.
Housing in Polk County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $167,432 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $808. Homeownership rates are high at 80.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Polk County are primarily White (89.81%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Polk County, NE is a middle-income 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.