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Cass County, Nebraska
Cass County, Nebraska. Cass County had 27,657 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 4.0% since 2020, faster than Nebraska (+2.9%). It holds 18 places (15 cities, villages and boroughs and 3 census-designated) and 6 census tracts. GEOID 31025.
Cass County is one of the 8 counties of the Omaha, NE-IA metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
27,657
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 26,598 · ACS 2020-2024: 27,161
Median household income
$91,836
±$2,950 (90% margin)
Nebraska: $76,475
Median home value
$254,900
±$11,560 (90% margin)
Nebraska: $238,600
Median gross rent
$996
±$64 (90% margin)
Nebraska: $1,072
How many people live in Cass County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 26,598 residents in Cass County. The Census Bureau estimates 27,657 for July 1, 2025, up 4.0% since 2020, faster than Nebraska (+2.9%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 27,161 over 557 square miles of land.
| Measure | Cass County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 27,161 | 1,978,707 | +1,273 |
| Households | 10,832±207 | 797,847 | +887 |
| Average household size | 2.49±0.05 | 2.42 | −0.08 |
| Housing units | 11,875±43 | 863,444 | +348 |
Cass County's population since 2000
From 24,334 in 2000 to 27,657 in 2025: up 13.7%. 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 Cass County?
Cass County holds 18 places: 15 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 3 census-designated places. The largest is Plattsmouth with 6,955 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Plattsmouth | 6,544 | $73,929 |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver LakeGEOID 3103546 | – | $121,607 |
| Buccaneer BayGEOID 3106945 | – | $160,729 |
| Louisville | 1,319 | $94,208 |
| Eagle | 1,065 | $76,875 |
| Weeping Water | 1,029 | $83,750 |
| Elmwood | 654 | $76,944 |
| Greenwood | 595 | $90,774 |
| Murray | 480 | $80,250 |
| Cedar CreekGEOID 3108185 | 465 | $118,456 |
| Murdock | 270 | $59,167 |
| Union | 195 | $64,000 |
| AvocaGEOID 3102795 | 178 | $66,563 |
| NehawkaGEOID 3133740 | 173 | $58,958 |
| ManleyGEOID 3130415 | 167 | $63,750 |
| Lake WacondaGEOID 3126156 | – | $145,644 |
| AlvoGEOID 3101150 | 115 | $113,750 |
| South BendGEOID 3145680 | 92 | $64,167 |
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 Cass County?
The median resident of Cass County is 41.5 years old; 23.0% are under 18 and 18.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 90.5%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 4.1%. 1.3% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Cass County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41.5±0.7 | 37.2 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 23.0% | 24.5% | – |
| 65 years and over | 18.8%±0.2 pts | 16.7% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.1% | 12.7% | +0.8 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 90.5%±0.5 pts | 75.3% | −3.1 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.1 pts | 4.6% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 2.6% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.6%±0.4 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 1.1%±0.5 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.3%±0.4 pts | 8.0% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.6%±1.2 pts | 12.8% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 10.7%±1.2 pts | 6.9% | – |
| With a disability | 13.3%±1.2 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.0%±2.0 pts | 7.2% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 96.0%±0.7 pts | 92.2% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 32.2%±2.2 pts | 34.6% | +4.5 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 12.3%±1.4 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.1%±0.7 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 Cass County earn?
Half of Cass County's 10,832 households earn less than $91,836 a year (±$2,950), against $76,475 in Nebraska. In 2015-2019 it was $88,420 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Cass County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $91,836±$2,950 | $76,475 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $113,521±$4,362 | $102,399 | – |
| Per capita income | $45,484±$1,894 | $41,751 | +$3,824 |
| People below the poverty line | 5.2%±1.0 pts | 10.6% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 5.1%±2.0 pts | 12.0% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 4.3%±1.2 pts | 8.2% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 91.6%±1.4 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 Cass County?
Owners occupy 85.4% of Cass County's occupied homes and renters 14.6%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $254,900 by its owner (±$11,560). The median renter pays $996 a month including utilities, and 31.6% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Cass County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $254,900±$11,560 | $238,600 | +$41,005 |
| Median gross rent | $996±$64 | $1,072 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 31.6%±7.9 pts | 35.9% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,876±$60 | $1,736 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 85.4%±1.7 pts | 66.5% | +3.7 pts |
| Housing units | 11,875±43 | 863,444 | +348 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.6%±0.5 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 0.9%±1.2 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 87.0%±1.7 pts | 71.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 3.9%±1.0 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.0%±0.8 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 20.2%±2.0 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 Cass County building?
Builders took permits for 55 new housing units across Cass County in 2025 (55 single-family), 2.0 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 Cass County get to work?
77.8% of Cass County's workers drive alone and 12.3% work from home. The average trip to work takes 28.3 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 1.7%.
| Measure | Cass County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 68.2%±1.3 pts | 68.6% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 1.7%±0.6 pts | 3.0% | −1.5 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 77.8%±2.4 pts | 76.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.5%±1.8 pts | 8.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Walked | 1.5%±0.6 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 12.3%±1.6 pts | 11.0% | +7.7 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 28.3 min±1.7 | 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 Cass County's census tracts?
Cass County is divided into 6 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $78,224 (Tract 9656) to $114,000 (Tract 9657).
| Tract 965631025965600 | 3,723±374 | $78,224 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 965731025965700 | 5,633±490 | $114,000 |
| Tract 965831025965800 | 3,348±322 | $98,650 |
| Tract 965931025965900 | 5,354±419 | $83,138 |
| Tract 966031025966000 | 4,601±396 | $109,276 |
| Tract 966131025966100 | 4,502±434 | $78,750 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Cass County compare with Nebraska's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 12th of 93 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 6th of 93 |
| Residents per square mile | 13th of 93 |
| Median household income | 4th of 93 |
| Median home value | 6th of 93 |
| Median gross rent | 6th of 93 |
| Poverty rate | 89th of 92 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 12th of 93 |
| Median age | 60th 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
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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