Economy & Jobs — Nelson, Nebraska
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $50,000 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$62,000 |
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| Per Capita Income | $37,190 |
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| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 0.0% |
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| In Labor Force | 244 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 28.4% |
| Transportation | 22.1% |
| Retail | 18.3% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 6 |
| Commercial Banks | 5 |
| Insurance Agencies | 5 |
| Gas Stations | 4 |
| General Merchandise | 3 |
| Auto Repair | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
