Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
| Below Poverty | 10.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 35.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 27 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,149 (41.4%) |
| Some College | 649 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 509 (9.8%) |
| Bachelors | 622 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,237 (23.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,541 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $96,250 ▼ 65% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $704/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,124 |
| Vacant Units | 537 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Richardson County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 7,829 residents. With a median age of 44.83, it is a middle-aged county.
Richardson County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,541 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.4% is near the national average.
Housing in Richardson County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $96,250 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $704. Homeownership rates are high at 74.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Richardson County are primarily White (90.94%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Richardson County, NE is a working-class area in Nebraska. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68337 | Dawson | 401 | $58,750 | $77,500 | $940 | 1.0% | 52.5% |
| 68355 | Falls City | 4,872 | $49,065 | $97,700 | $718 | 5.2% | 36.0% |
| 68376 | Humboldt | 1,127 | $60,625 | $93,000 | $497 | 3.1% | 37.4% |
| 68431 | Rulo | 228 | $62,656 | $112,500 | — | 4.0% | 21.9% |
| 68442 | Stella | 232 | $56,500 | $145,000 | — | 12.9% | 27.7% |
| 68457 | Verdon | 527 | $84,583 | $87,900 | $782 | 1.5% | 31.0% |