Economy & Jobs — Chester, Nebraska
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $71,875 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$62,500 |
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| Per Capita Income | $26,815 |
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| Poverty Rate | 11.2% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 1.7% |
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| In Labor Force | 139 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 24.6% |
| Agriculture | 19.8% |
| Construction | 15.1% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 11 |
| Commercial Banks | 8 |
| Insurance Agencies | 6 |
| Grocery Stores | 4 |
| Gas Stations | 4 |
| Auto Repair | 4 |
| Funeral Homes | 4 |
| Law Offices | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
