Economy & Jobs — Sterling, Nebraska
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $70,313 |
| Estimated 2026 | ~$82,100 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,840 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.6% |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% |
| In Labor Force | 347 |
Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
| Education Healthcare | 27.2% |
| Construction | 24.2% |
| Retail | 16.4% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
| Commercial Banks | 5 |
| Insurance Agencies | 4 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 4 |
| Gas Stations | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.