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Burt County, Nebraska
Burt County, Nebraska. Burt County had 6,678 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 0.7% since 2020, while Nebraska grew 2.9%. It holds 12 places (5 cities, villages and boroughs and 7 towns and townships) and 3 census tracts. GEOID 31021.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
6,678
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 6,722 · ACS 2020-2024: 6,740
Median household income
$63,685
±$5,902 (90% margin)
Nebraska: $76,475
Median home value
$147,000
±$19,334 (90% margin)
Nebraska: $238,600
Median gross rent
$708
±$86 (90% margin)
Nebraska: $1,072
How many people live in Burt County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 6,722 residents in Burt County. The Census Bureau estimates 6,678 for July 1, 2025, down 0.7% since 2020, while Nebraska grew 2.9%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 6,740 over 492 square miles of land.
| Measure | Burt County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 6,740 | 1,978,707 | +230 |
| Households | 2,929±108 | 797,847 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.27±0.08 | 2.42 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 3,333±26 | 863,444 | −131 |
Burt County's population since 2000
From 7,791 in 2000 to 6,678 in 2025: down 14.3%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Burt County?
Burt County holds 12 places: 5 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 7 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government). The largest is Tekamah with 1,705 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Tekamah | 1,714 | $57,074 |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland | 1,369 | $68,900 |
| Everett Township, Burt County | 976 | $46,121 |
| Lyons | 824 | $45,129 |
| Summit Township, Burt CountyGEOID 3102147570 | 430 | $103,571 |
| Decatur | 410 | $55,313 |
| Logan Township, Burt CountyGEOID 3102128595 | 212 | $128,587 |
| Bell Creek TownshipGEOID 3102103845 | 211 | $120,263 |
| CraigGEOID 3111090 | 202 | $46,071 |
| Oakland TownshipGEOID 3102135525 | 121 | $109,643 |
| Silver Creek Township, Burt CountyGEOID 3102145330 | 104 | not published |
| Quinnebaugh TownshipGEOID 3102140500 | 63 | $69,063 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Burt County?
The median resident of Burt County is 44.3 years old; 22.4% are under 18 and 24.5% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 90.3%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 4.1%. 1.3% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Burt County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44.3±0.6 | 37.2 | −1.4 |
| Under 18 years | 22.4%±0.6 pts | 24.5% | – |
| 65 years and over | 24.5%±0.3 pts | 16.7% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.4% | 12.7% | +0.3 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 90.3%±0.7 pts | 75.3% | −2.6 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.3 pts | 4.6% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 2.6% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 1.2%±0.8 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.1%±1.2 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.5 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.3%±0.8 pts | 8.0% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 2.9%±0.8 pts | 12.8% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.4%±1.2 pts | 6.9% | – |
| With a disability | 16.6%±2.2 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 7.5%±2.0 pts | 7.2% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.1%±1.8 pts | 92.2% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 24.9%±2.7 pts | 34.6% | +3.6 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.5%±1.1 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.2%±1.2 pts | 2.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Burt County earn?
Half of Burt County's 2,929 households earn less than $63,685 a year (±$5,902), against $76,475 in Nebraska. In 2015-2019 it was $66,707 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Burt County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $63,685±$5,902 | $76,475 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $79,970±$4,793 | $102,399 | – |
| Per capita income | $34,444±$1,785 | $41,751 | −$4,489 |
| People below the poverty line | 13.2%±2.5 pts | 10.6% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 17.6%±6.5 pts | 12.0% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 10.3%±1.9 pts | 8.2% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 86.2%±2.6 pts | 90.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Burt County?
Owners occupy 75.0% of Burt County's occupied homes and renters 25.0%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $147,000 by its owner (±$19,334). The median renter pays $708 a month including utilities, and 30.0% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Burt County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $147,000±$19,334 | $238,600 | +$23,438 |
| Median gross rent | $708±$86 | $1,072 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 30.0%±7.5 pts | 35.9% | +9.7 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,432±$119 | $1,736 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 75.0%±3.5 pts | 66.5% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 3,333±26 | 863,444 | −131 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.8%±0.9 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.8%±5.0 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 81.9%±2.8 pts | 71.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 6.3%±2.4 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.0%±0.9 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 40.2%±3.5 pts | 18.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Burt County building?
Builders took permits for 12 new housing units across Burt County in 2025 (12 single-family), 1.8 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Burt County get to work?
71.3% of Burt County's workers drive alone and 12.0% work from home. The average trip to work takes 24.6 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 1.1%.
| Measure | Burt County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 59.0%±2.5 pts | 68.6% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 1.1%±0.6 pts | 3.0% | −2.8 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 71.3%±3.6 pts | 76.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.7%±2.7 pts | 8.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.8 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Walked | 3.3%±1.3 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 12.0%±2.6 pts | 11.0% | +7.5 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 24.6 min±1.8 | 19.2 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Burt County's census tracts?
Burt County is divided into 3 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $51,113 (Tract 9634) to $70,000 (Tract 9633).
| Tract 963231021963200 | 2,222±166 | $69,600 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 963331021963300 | 2,385±162 | $70,000 |
| Tract 963431021963400 | 2,133±152 | $51,113 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Burt County compare with Nebraska's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 42nd of 93 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 53rd of 93 |
| Residents per square mile | 33rd of 93 |
| Median household income | 67th of 93 |
| Median home value | 57th of 93 |
| Median gross rent | 66th of 93 |
| Poverty rate | 14th of 92 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 38th of 93 |
| Median age | 35th of 93 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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