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2010 Census Analysis
CPAR will post items periodically that it compiles in our daily work on census analysis for the public or media. Please check this section to see items in table or graphic format that we have compiled. If you are looking for specific information that you haven't seen anywhere on our website, please contact David Drozd at (402) 554.2132 to discuss.
Comparison of Nebraska Population Change for Counties by Race/Ethnicity: 2000 to 2010 (2/17/12)
Hispanic/Latino Population by County in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska: 2000 to 2010 (1/26/12)
Total Population, Hispanic Population, and Percent Hispanic for All Nebraska Cities/Towns: 2010 (10/6/11)
Family Households with Children by Type for Nebraska and Its Counties: 2000 to 2010 (9/27/11)
Comparison on Nebraska Households by Type: 2000 to 2010 (9/27/11)
Nebraska Population Reports Now Available
A new CPAR publication compiles state, county, and city population estimates as well as the components of population change such as births, deaths, and migration. Historical figures and trends and current sex and age pyramids by race and ethnicity show the dynamics among Nebraska’s population.
These publications are a one-stop shop for a wealth of current and historical information. Since current Census estimates for various geographies are released on varying dates, the most current publication will be updated periodically. Note the time and date stamp on the cover page of the report. Contact David Drozd on any questions: ddrozd@mail.unomaha.edu or 402-554-2132.
2008 Nebraska Population Report
Historical Nebraska Population Report
2007 Nebraska Population Report
2006 Nebraska Population Report
12/15/2010
11/30/2010
10/29/2010
Summary of Findings on Nebraska's Net Migration Including those with Higher Education
9/28/2010
Summary of 2009 American Community Survey data release
9/16/2010
State-level data showing recent economic changes (median income, poverty, and health insurance coverage)
Real median household incomes for the U.S. states: 1984-2009
State poverty data: 2007 to 2009
Comparison of changes in poverty using 2-year averages
Annual health coverage data for states: 1999-2009
Comparison of change in health cverage using 2-year averages
6/22/2010
Summary of City and Town Population Estimates: 2000 to 2009
6/11/2010
Press Release on Nebraska's population change by age: 2000 to 2009
4/13/2010
Press release: Nebraska Census participation increasing slowly, may not equal level achieved in 2000
4/6/2010
Press release regarding Census 2010 participation rates as of April 5, 2010
3/30/2010
Summary of 2010 Census Participation Rate Data as of March 29, 2010
Excel file containing data for all U.S. and Nebraska Counties and Incorporated Places
3/24/2010
Summary of 2000-2009 County Population Change: Press Release and Report
3/23/2010
Press Release regarding initial Census 2010 participation rates
Excel file containing participation rate data as of Monday March 22 for states, counties, and places
2/24/2010
Nebraska Health Insurance Coverage: A Profile of the Characteristics of the Insured and Uninsured
Press Release and Highlights
Full Report (including Executive Summary)
1/29/2010
A look at State Under 18 and 18+ Population Changes 2000-2009
with Maps
12/23/2009
Summary of the Census Bureau's release of 2009 Population Estimates
12/3/2009
Download a key file for understanding Nebraska'a population change - Births VS. Deaths since 1950, with a comparison between the 1980s and 2000s
12/1/2009
Health Insurance Coverage Data by Age: Nebraska 2008
10/22/2009
Summary Report on Nebraska's Net Migration with Other States: 1989-2008
Nebraska had a relatively strong year regarding net migration with other U.S. states in 2008. Nebraska continued to lose people overall from 2007-08 but the decline was the smallest since 1995-96. Changes for 2007-08 with certain notable states like Florida, Michigan, and Minnesota were the best ever for the 20 annual time periods in this dataset compiling IRS tax return records. Read more here.
9/22/2009
Summary of highlights from the 2008 American Community Survey
Related News Articles:
Census: Nebraska maintains No. 1 spot for jobs -- AP
Nebraska bucks income trend -- Omaha World Herald
One in 11 Nebraskans lacked health insurance in 2008 -- Lincoln Journal Star
Eastern Omaha, rural Nebraska have highest uninsured rate in state -- Grand Island Independent
8/3/2009
New County Level Health Insurance Estimates
8/26/2009
View a powerpoint of Nebraska and Lancaster County's Demographic Trends
7/1/2009
Omaha Growing, Improves Ranking Among U.S. Cities
According to a study compiled by David Drozd, Center for Public Affairs Research at UNO, 2008 population estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau show that the city of Omaha now has more than 438,000 residents, making it the 40th most-populated city in the United States. Omaha had ranked as the 44th largest city in Census 2000, but it has now surpassed Cleveland and Virginia Beach, Va., to achieve the 40th largest designation. Read more.
Lincoln Growing, Surpasses the 250,000-Person Milestone
According to a study compiled by David Drozd, Center for Public Affairs Research at UNO, 2008 population estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau show that the city of Lincoln now has more than 250,000 residents, making it the 72nd most-populated city in the United States. Lincoln had ranked as the 75th largest city in Census 2000, but it has now surpassed cities like Birmingham, Ala., and Baton Rouge, La., to achieve the 72nd largest designation. Read more.
Read the report: Notes from the July 1, 2009 City and Town Population Estimates Data Release by the U.S. Census Bureau
5/14/2009
Summary of Population Changes by Age, Gender, and Race/Ethnicity for
Nebraska and Its Counties: 2000 to 2008
Specific Race/Ethnicity Changes in Various Nebraska Counties: 2000 to 2008
3/19/2009
Summary of 2008 Nebraska County Population Highlights
Nebraska County Population Change Tables: 2008
2/20/2009
Highlights of 2007 ACS data Regarding Nebraska's Native and Foreign-Born Populations
Select Characteristics of the Nebraska Population born in the U.S. (native born)
Select Characteristics of the Nebraska Population born outside the U.S. (foreign born)
3/19/2009
Summary of 2008 Nebraska County Population Highlights
Nebraska County Population Change Tables: 2008
2/20/2009
Highlights of 2007 ACS data Regarding Nebraska's Native and Foreign-Born Populations
Select Characteristics of the Nebraska Population born in the U.S. (native born)
Select Characteristics of the Nebraska Population born outside the U.S. (foreign born)
12/22/2008
Highlights of 2008 State Population Totals and Change since 2000
12/9/2008
2005-2007 Nebraska urban-rural and county data highlights
This file compiles and explains some of the changes since Census 2000 for various Nebraska areas that have more than 20,000 residents. The new data come from the American Community Survey, the U.S. Census Bureau's new main product to provide key socio-economic and housing data on an annual basis. The new data cover the timeframe from 2005 to 2007. Note that the file explains how the Census Bureau defines urban and rural areas, basically considering any incorporated city of 2,500 population or higher to be urban. That definition may differ from what many readers consider to be urban. Click here for an excel file containing all the data in detail. Contact David Drozd with questions: 402-554-2132 or ddrozd@unomaha.edu
7/10/2008
Nebraska City/Town Population Estimates: 2000 to 2007 - Click on the file name to view or download the file. This is an excel file with several worksheets with the data sorted in various ways (percent change, total population rankings, etc.).
Population of Nebraska Incorporated Places: April 1, 2000 to July 1, 2007
12/19/2007
New Feature: Data Compiled for Others
CPAR gets many requests from other organizations to compile specific data for specific purposes. In an effort to maximize the benefit of the time spent compiling various data, CPAR will post them in the hope that others may find the same data useful. Please note that this information will not be updated and may be superseded as time goes forward. We will add items to the page as they become available. Click here to see the list of data available.
4/27/2006
The 2005 Benson Residents Survey: Survey Report is now available.
In 2005, Omaha by Design partnered with the City of Omaha Planning Department, the Neighborhood Center for Greater Omaha, and the University of Nebraska at Omaha to help facilitate the formation of an alliance in the Benson area to create a comprehensive development plan. An alliance of neighborhood associations, community organizations, and business groups in the Benson area was formed to better influence public investment, identify housing needs, determine the form of development and renovation in the area, and promote the community’s economic and social vitality. This effort is officially referred to as the Benson-Ames Alliance.
Faculty and staff from the College of Public Affairs and Community Service and graduate students from the Urban Studies Program at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) engaged in several sets of activities as part of the Benson-Ames Alliance project. The 2005 Benson Residents Survey: Summary Report is a report on one of these activities--a neighborhood survey of a random sample of alliance area residents.
For more information contact David Drozd, 554-2132, ddrozd@mail.unomaha.edu.
6/3/2005
CPAR Completes Analysis of Nebraska Airports and Airport Officials'
Perceptions
How are Nebraska airports organized? What services do they offer? What perceptions do airport officials have regarding their local airport? These are some of the questions answered through an analysis of Nebraska airports and a survey of local airport officials. This summary report shows the research findings and provides various recommendations for improving the organizational, financial, and management practices of Nebraska's community airports.
Nebraska Community Airports: A Study of Organizational, Financial and
Management Practices [PDF]Nebraska Community Airports: Appendix A - Airports Included in the Study by
Size Classification [PDF]
5/19/2005
CPAR Releases Data Summary of Nebraska Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Program
The recent proposal by the Bush administration to reorganize the CDBG program has generated considerable discussion. This report is an initial descriptive summary that looks at the small cities (under 50,000 people) CDBG program in Nebraska from 1993 to 2004. Although this current report does not attempt to evaluate the effectiveness of the program, it provides a description of the amounts and types of development dollars that were awarded to Nebraska communities. This report will help provide an understanding of the financial scope of the CDBG program and how funds have been distributed among Nebraska's communities.
4/28/2003
Nebraska's Official 2000 Census count has been increased to 1,711,265.
For more information go to the 2000 Census of Population and Housing page.
Focus is a periodic report devoted to a detailed explanation of a single data product, resource, or issue. Click on the report name to view or download the report.
Components of Population Change, Nebraska Counties, 1990-2000 [PDF]
The 2000 Census counted Nebraska’s population at 1,711,263 persons. This was an 8.4 percent increase since the 1990 Census count. Overall, 40 of Nebraska’s 93 counties added population during the 1990s. The state’s population grew in two ways: births exceeded deaths, and more people moved into the state than moved out (net migration). This report looks at these components of change for Nebraska and its 93 counties.
Why Are There Different 1990 Census Counts for the Same Area? [PDF]
The question often arises as to why various sources report different 1990 population counts for the same area. The answer is that for many areas the Census Bureau published more than one population number. This report explains why the Census Bureau produces different census counts and offers some guidance on which numbers to use for specific purposes. While the report discusses 1990 counts, the principles discussed also apply to the publication and use of 2000 counts.
To work with small-area census data you need a corresponding census map. Several types of maps are available, and you need to decide which one is best suited to your particular purpose. The type of map you select may be available in more than one format, so you also need to choose a format. The three most common formats are paper, downloadable PDF files, and the interactive mapping feature in American Factfinder. Other formats include CD-ROM and DVD.
The Census Bureau has produced a flyer called "Online Guide to Cartographic and and Geographic Resources" to help you determine the map product and format that is right for you.
To purchase printed paper maps from the Census Bureau, go to their Web site and follow the links under "paper maps for sale."