Total Population
4,865
Population
Growth Rate
-0.61%
Median Age
47
Diversity Index
14.700
From Thayer County, businesses can reach the majority of east and west coast cities within two days. We are truly in the heart of the country and the ideal location for distribution, agriculture and manufacturing businesses. The cost of living and doing business here is lower than the national average (72%) which is an added benefit.
Thayer County is made up of 11 cities with Hebron as its county seat. Located on the south line of Nebraska, Thayer County is known for an abundance of natural resources, which are partially used for agriculture. The sloping rolling hills and beautiful tarain offer plenty of space for growth and expansion. Companies like Cargill Ag, Norder Supply Inc., and others have used the combination of our natural resources, strong workforce and affordability to grow their businesses within the county. For example, Reinke Manufacturing Company of Deshler started in 1968, selling pivot irrigation rigs. They now employ over 400 people and are one of the four leading irrigation equipment manufacturers in the world.
Total Population
4,865
Population
Growth Rate
-0.61%
Median Age
47
Diversity Index
14.700
Households
2,149
Owner Occupied
1,675
Renter Occupied
474
Vacant
312
Median Household
$64,137 $72,612
Average Household
$82,362 $92,783
Per Capita
$36,407 $42,032
Total Businesses
386
Total Employed
3,086
Workers 16+
2,405
2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
29
Employed
701
2024 Wholesale Trade Businesses
Businesses
17
Employed
479
2024 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
13
Employed
359
2024 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
10
Employed
217
2024 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
43
Employed
197
2024 Public Administration
Businesses
33
Employed
185
Average Commute Time
14 min.
Resident Commuters
1,936
Non-Resident Commuters
390
Drive Alone
2,011
Carpooled
163
Public
2
Work At Home
119