North Platte

NE

Lincoln County, Nebraska

Population 34K |Median income $65,148 |1 hospital

Population
33,802
Lincoln County
Median Income
$65,148
-4% vs avg
Median Home Value
$189,500
-17% vs avg
Median Age
42.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
34K-6%
Median Income
$65,148+35%
Median Home Value
$189,500+68%
Poverty Rate
12.4%+9%
Unemployment
3.6%-36%

Economics

Median Rent
$900/mo
Poverty Rate
12.4% -13% vs avg
Unemployment 3.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 22.7%
Work From Home 3.6%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 88.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.9%
African American 0.8%
Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
40.1%
High Blood Pressure
37.5%
Short Sleep Duration
36.3%
Physical Inactivity
29.4%
Binge Drinking
18.8%
Current Smoking
15.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.6%
Diabetes
12.9%
Lack of Health Insurance
10%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.1%
Dental Visit 56.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
8%
Stroke
4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
GREAT PLAINS HEALTH
NORTH PLATTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — North Platte Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW) Area

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of North Platte, NE? ▼
North Platte, NE has a population of 33,802 people, located in Lincoln County, Nebraska.
What is the median household income in North Platte? ▼
The median household income in North Platte, NE is $65,148 per year. The poverty rate is 12.4%.
What is the median home value in North Platte? ▼
The median home value in North Platte, NE is $189,500. Median rent is $900/month.
What are the top health concerns in North Platte? ▼
The top health indicators in North Platte include Obesity (40.1%), High Blood Pressure (37.5%), Short Sleep Duration (36.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in North Platte? ▼
North Platte has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in North Platte? ▼
The median age in North Platte, NE is 42.4 years. 22.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

North Platte, NE is located in Lincoln County, Nebraska. With a population of 34K and a median household income of $65,148, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the North Platte area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Lincoln County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.