Gosper County, NE Map & Demographics

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Gosper County Overview

$38,057
PER CAPITA INCOME
$82,276
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$76,583
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
10.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
89.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,907
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,873
TOTAL POPULATION
986
MALE POPULATION
887
FEMALE POPULATION
111.16
MALES / 100 FEMALES
89.96
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
931
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Gosper County Area Codes

Income in Gosper County

Income Overview in Gosper County

Per Capita Income in Gosper County is $38,057, while median incomes of families and households are $82,276 and $76,583 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,873$38,057
Median Family Income521$82,276
Mean Family Income521$103,310
Median Household Income751$76,583
Mean Household Income751$87,544
Income Deficit521$9,907
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,87310.88%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,87389.12¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,8730.43

Earnings by Sex in Gosper County

Average Earnings in Gosper County are $43,500, $45,324 for men and $40,391 for women, a difference of 10.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Gosper County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male539 (54.1%)$45,324
Female457 (45.9%)$40,391
Total996 (100.0%)$43,500

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Gosper County

The most common earnings brackets in Gosper County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (90 | 16.7%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (45 | 9.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Gosper County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less42 (7.8%)35 (7.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9998 (1.5%)20 (4.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49919 (3.5%)7 (1.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99917 (3.2%)29 (6.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49921 (3.9%)18 (3.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9997 (1.3%)7 (1.5%)
$15,000 to $17,49910 (1.9%)1 (0.2%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)12 (2.6%)
$20,000 to $22,49912 (2.2%)13 (2.8%)
$22,500 to $24,9995 (0.9%)3 (0.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99913 (2.4%)30 (6.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99938 (7.0%)25 (5.5%)
$35,000 to $39,99946 (8.5%)26 (5.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99928 (5.2%)18 (3.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99929 (5.4%)45 (9.9%)
$50,000 to $54,99926 (4.8%)35 (7.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99954 (10.0%)41 (9.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99940 (7.4%)31 (6.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99990 (16.7%)44 (9.6%)
$100,000+34 (6.3%)17 (3.7%)
Total539 (100.0%)457 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Gosper County

Average earnings in Gosper County are $50,167 for men and $45,268 for women, a difference of 9.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $57,434, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $40,000. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $59,732, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $35,682.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Gosper County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$43,750$46,827
College or Associate's Degree$50,250$35,682
Bachelor's Degree$57,434$46,250
Graduate Degree$40,000$59,732
Total$50,167$45,268

Family Income in Gosper County

Family Income Brackets in Gosper County

According to the Gosper County family income data, there are 122 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Gosper County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00040.8%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999499.4%
$25,000 to $34,999254.8%
$35,000 to $49,9995811.1%
$50,000 to $74,9997013.4%
$75,000 to $99,99912223.4%
$100,000 to $149,99910620.3%
$150,000 to $199,999489.2%
$200,000+397.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Gosper County

6-person families (18 | 3.5%) account for the highest median family income in Gosper County with $116,607 per family, while 2-person families (351 | 67.4%) have the highest median income of $40,125 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Gosper County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families351 (67.4%)$80,250
3-Person Families53 (10.2%)$106,563
4-Person Families55 (10.6%)$83,036
5-Person Families32 (6.1%)$81,250
6-Person Families18 (3.5%)$116,607
7+ Person Families12 (2.3%)$0
Total521 (100.0%)$82,276

Family Income by Number of Earners in Gosper County

Family Income by Number of Earners in Gosper County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners145 (27.8%)$0
1 Earner116 (22.3%)$51,071
2 Earners195 (37.4%)$101,641
3+ Earners65 (12.5%)$185,781
Total521 (100.0%)$82,276

Household Income in Gosper County

Household Income Brackets in Gosper County

With 163 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Gosper County, accounting for 21.7% of all households. In contrast, only 22 households (2.9%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Gosper County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000314.1%
$10,000 to $14,999222.9%
$15,000 to $24,9998210.9%
$25,000 to $34,999405.3%
$35,000 to $49,9998511.3%
$50,000 to $74,99910614.1%
$75,000 to $99,99916321.7%
$100,000 to $149,99913317.7%
$150,000 to $199,999506.7%
$200,000+395.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Gosper County

The median household income in Gosper County is $76,583, with the highest median household income of $85,781 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 299 households (39.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $43,438, with 13 households (1.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Gosper County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years13 (1.7%)$43,438
25 to 44 Years137 (18.2%)$80,938
45 to 64 Years299 (39.8%)$85,781
65+ Years302 (40.2%)$54,500
Total751 (100.0%)$76,583

Poverty in Gosper County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Gosper County

With 4.0% poverty level for males and 9.3% for females among the residents of Gosper County, 25 to 34 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 11 males (8.7%) and 11 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Gosper County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)14 (40.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years4 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)2 (7.4%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years11 (8.7%)20 (23.0%)
35 to 44 Years5 (6.5%)10 (9.8%)
45 to 54 Years7 (5.1%)4 (3.4%)
55 to 64 Years3 (2.3%)14 (8.2%)
65 to 74 Years9 (4.9%)4 (3.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (2.5%)
Total39 (4.0%)81 (9.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Gosper County

According to the poverty statistics in Gosper County, males aged under 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Gosper County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years32 (100.0%)21 (60.0%)
5 Years2 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years67 (94.4%)58 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years36 (100.0%)25 (92.6%)
15 Years12 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years46 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years116 (91.3%)67 (77.0%)
35 to 44 Years72 (93.5%)92 (90.2%)
45 to 54 Years131 (94.9%)114 (96.6%)
55 to 64 Years129 (97.7%)156 (91.8%)
65 to 74 Years174 (95.1%)113 (96.6%)
75 Years and over80 (100.0%)79 (97.5%)
Total930 (96.0%)785 (90.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Gosper County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Gosper County show that 3.0% or 14 of the total 467 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 24.1%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Gosper County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children353 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children44 (75.9%)14 (24.1%)
3 or 4 Children56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total453 (97.0%)14 (3.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Gosper County

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Gosper County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Gosper County

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Gosper County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children14 (24.1%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)

Race in Gosper County

The most populous races in Gosper County are White / Caucasian (1,819 | 97.1%), Hispanic or Latino (81 | 4.3%), and Two or more Races (34 | 1.8%).
Race in Gosper County
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American50.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific40.2%
Hispanic or Latino814.3%
Native / Alaskan90.5%
White / Caucasian1,81997.1%
Two or more Races341.8%
Some other Race20.1%
Total1,873100.0%

Ancestry in Gosper County

The most populous ancestries reported in Gosper County are German (706 | 37.7%), Irish (217 | 11.6%), American (167 | 8.9%), English (161 | 8.6%), and Swedish (102 | 5.4%), together accounting for 72.3% of all Gosper County residents.
Ancestry in Gosper County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1678.9%
Arab40.2%
Austrian40.2%
Canadian30.2%
Central American291.5%
Cherokee60.3%
Czech261.4%
Danish261.4%
Dutch291.5%
English1618.6%
European351.9%
French30.2%
French Canadian80.4%
German70637.7%
Greek40.2%
Guatemalan291.5%
Irish21711.6%
Italian110.6%
Lebanese40.2%
Mexican482.6%
Native Hawaiian50.3%
Northern European30.2%
Norwegian271.4%
Polish191.0%
Russian20.1%
Scandinavian351.9%
Scotch-Irish80.4%
Scottish261.4%
Sioux90.5%
Spanish40.2%
Swedish1025.4%
Swiss50.3%
Ukrainian60.3%
Welsh10.1%
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Immigrants in Gosper County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Gosper County came from Central America (35 | 1.9%), Latin America (35 | 1.9%), Guatemala (18 | 1.0%), Mexico (17 | 0.9%), and Europe (3 | 0.2%), together accounting for 5.8% of all Gosper County residents.
Immigrants in Gosper County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America351.9%
Europe30.2%
Germany30.2%
Guatemala181.0%
Latin America351.9%
Mexico170.9%
Western Europe30.2%
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Sex and Age in Gosper County

Sex and Age in Gosper County

The most populous age groups in Gosper County are 70 to 74 Years (100 | 10.1%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (116 | 13.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Gosper County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years37 (3.7%)35 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Years36 (3.6%)48 (5.4%)
10 to 14 Years73 (7.4%)44 (5.0%)
15 to 19 Years63 (6.4%)54 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years28 (2.8%)10 (1.1%)
25 to 29 Years33 (3.4%)69 (7.8%)
30 to 34 Years94 (9.5%)18 (2.0%)
35 to 39 Years34 (3.5%)42 (4.7%)
40 to 44 Years43 (4.4%)60 (6.8%)
45 to 49 Years69 (7.0%)60 (6.8%)
50 to 54 Years69 (7.0%)58 (6.5%)
55 to 59 Years56 (5.7%)64 (7.2%)
60 to 64 Years81 (8.2%)116 (13.1%)
65 to 69 Years83 (8.4%)61 (6.9%)
70 to 74 Years100 (10.1%)56 (6.3%)
75 to 79 Years35 (3.5%)50 (5.6%)
80 to 84 Years39 (4.0%)21 (2.4%)
85 Years and over13 (1.3%)21 (2.4%)
Total986 (100.0%)887 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Gosper County

Median Family Size in Gosper County

The median family size in Gosper County is 2.95 persons per family, with single female/mother families (31 | 5.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.29 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (467 | 89.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.91 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Gosper County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple467 (89.6%)2.91
Single Male/Father23 (4.4%)3.26
Single Female/Mother31 (5.9%)3.29
Total Families521 (100.0%)2.95

Median Household Size in Gosper County

The median household size in Gosper County is 2.45 persons per household, with single female/mother households (31 | 4.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.87 persons per household. non-family households (230 | 30.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Gosper County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple467 (62.2%)2.93
Single Male/Father23 (3.1%)3.52
Single Female/Mother31 (4.1%)3.87
Non-family230 (30.6%)1.19
Total Households751 (100.0%)2.45

Household Size by Marriage Status in Gosper County

Out of a total of 751 households in Gosper County, 521 (69.4%) are family households, while 230 (30.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 330, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 194.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Gosper County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-194 (25.8%)
2-Person Households330 (43.9%)28 (3.7%)
3-Person Households74 (9.9%)5 (0.7%)
4-Person Households54 (7.2%)3 (0.4%)
5-Person Households30 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households18 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households15 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total521 (69.4%)230 (30.6%)

Female Fertility in Gosper County

Fertility by Age in Gosper County

Average fertility rate in Gosper County is 3.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 10.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Gosper County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years1 (100.0%)10.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total1 (100.0%)3.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Gosper County

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Gosper County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Gosper County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Gosper County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree1 (100.0%)8.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total1 (100.0%)3.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Gosper County

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Gosper County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Gosper County

Employment by Class of Employer in Gosper County

Among the 915 employed individuals in Gosper County, private company employees (447 | 48.8%), local government employees (150 | 16.4%), and self-employed (incorporated) (113 | 12.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Gosper County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees44748.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)11312.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)859.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations606.6%
Local Government Employees15016.4%
State Government Employees434.7%
Federal Government Employees171.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total915100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Gosper County

According to the labor force statistics for Gosper County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,567), 59.4% or 931 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.5% or 14 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 97.2% or 174 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.2% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Gosper County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years41 (48.8%)5 (12.2%)
20 to 24 Years29 (76.3%)3 (10.3%)
25 to 29 Years77 (75.5%)3 (3.9%)
30 to 34 Years90 (80.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years174 (97.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years225 (87.9%)1 (0.4%)
55 to 59 Years91 (75.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years114 (57.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years63 (21.0%)2 (3.2%)
75 Years and over27 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total931 (59.4%)14 (1.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Gosper County

According to labor force statistics for Gosper County, 79.8% of individuals (771) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (966) are in the labor force, with 0.5% or 4 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 84.7% or 238 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 1.3% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Gosper County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School62 (83.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma174 (73.4%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree297 (79.4%)1 (0.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher238 (84.7%)4 (1.3%)
Total771 (79.8%)5 (0.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Gosper County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gosper County are Management (154 | 16.8%), Community & Social Service (98 | 10.7%), Education Instruction & Library (77 | 8.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (71 | 7.7%), and Health Technologists (60 | 6.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Gosper County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gosper County, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Management (79.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (62.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.3%), Health Technologists (76.7%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (72.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Gosper County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management122 (79.2%)32 (20.8%)
Business & Financial9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science10 (62.5%)6 (37.5%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science10 (62.5%)6 (37.5%)
Community & Social Service 31 (31.6%)67 (68.4%)
Education, Arts & Media5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library23 (29.9%)54 (70.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment3 (27.3%)8 (72.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating14 (19.7%)57 (80.3%)
Health Technologists14 (23.3%)46 (76.7%)
Total (Category)186 (53.4%)162 (46.6%)
Total (Overall)496 (54.1%)421 (45.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Gosper County are Cleaning & Maintenance (41 | 4.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (34 | 3.7%), Security & Protection (30 | 3.3%), Law Enforcement (16 | 1.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (14 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Gosper County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Gosper County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (87.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (70.7%), and Security & Protection (46.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Gosper County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Security & Protection14 (46.7%)16 (53.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement14 (87.5%)2 (12.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving7 (20.6%)27 (79.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance29 (70.7%)12 (29.3%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total (Category)50 (41.7%)70 (58.3%)
Total (Overall)496 (54.1%)421 (45.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Gosper County are Office & Administration (111 | 12.1%), and Sales & Related (55 | 6.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Gosper County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Gosper County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related38 (69.1%)17 (30.9%)
Office & Administration21 (18.9%)90 (81.1%)
Total (Category)59 (35.5%)107 (64.5%)
Total (Overall)496 (54.1%)421 (45.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Gosper County are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (62 | 6.8%), Construction & Extraction (32 | 3.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (30 | 3.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Gosper County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Gosper County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry50 (80.6%)12 (19.4%)
Construction & Extraction30 (93.8%)2 (6.2%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)110 (88.7%)14 (11.3%)
Total (Overall)496 (54.1%)421 (45.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Gosper County are Production (87 | 9.5%), Material Moving (41 | 4.5%), and Transportation (31 | 3.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Gosper County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Gosper County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production51 (58.6%)36 (41.4%)
Transportation28 (90.3%)3 (9.7%)
Material Moving12 (29.3%)29 (70.7%)
Total (Category)91 (57.2%)68 (42.8%)
Total (Overall)496 (54.1%)421 (45.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Gosper County

Employment Industries in Gosper County

The major employment industries in Gosper County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (216 | 23.6%), Educational Services (119 | 13.0%), Retail Trade (106 | 11.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (103 | 11.2%), and Manufacturing (95 | 10.4%).
Employment Industries in Gosper County

Employment Industries by Sex in Gosper County

The Gosper County industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (80.6%), Professional & Scientific (75.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (73.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Gosper County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting176 (81.5%)40 (18.5%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing62 (65.3%)33 (34.7%)
Wholesale Trade22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade43 (40.6%)63 (59.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing12 (70.6%)5 (29.4%)
Utilities8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
Finance & Insurance9 (40.9%)13 (59.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Professional & Scientific1 (25.0%)3 (75.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support8 (42.1%)11 (57.9%)
Educational Services37 (31.1%)82 (68.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance20 (19.4%)83 (80.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation9 (26.5%)25 (73.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
Public Administration24 (37.5%)40 (62.5%)
Total496 (54.1%)421 (45.9%)

Education in Gosper County

School Enrollment in Gosper County

The most common levels of schooling among the 344 students in Gosper County are high school (103 | 29.9%), elementary school (98 | 28.5%), and middle school (80 | 23.3%).
School Enrollment in Gosper County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool247.0%
Kindergarten20.6%
Elementary School9828.5%
Middle School8023.3%
High School10329.9%
College / Undergraduate267.6%
Graduate / Professional113.2%
Total344100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Gosper County

Out of a total of 344 students who are enrolled in schools in Gosper County, 12 (3.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 332 (96.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 7 (53.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 17 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Gosper County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds30 (85.7%)5 (14.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over6 (46.2%)7 (53.8%)
Total332 (96.5%)12 (3.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Gosper County

Education (137 | 32.1%), business (101 | 23.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (62 | 14.5%), science & technology (27 | 6.3%), and liberal arts & history (23 | 5.4%) are the most common fields of study among 427 individuals in Gosper County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Gosper County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics30.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural6214.5%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology225.1%
Social Sciences51.2%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology276.3%
Business10123.6%
Education13732.1%
Literature & Languages71.6%
Liberal Arts & History235.4%
Visual & Performing Arts153.5%
Communications71.6%
Arts & Humanities184.2%
Total427100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Gosper County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Gosper County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Gosper County are males with 3 vehicles (182, accounting for 36.8%) and females with 3 vehicles (112, making up 43.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Gosper County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)2 (0.5%)
1 Vehicle24 (4.9%)42 (10.0%)
2 Vehicles124 (25.1%)95 (22.6%)
3 Vehicles182 (36.8%)112 (26.6%)
4 Vehicles87 (17.6%)104 (24.7%)
5 or more Vehicles77 (15.6%)66 (15.7%)
Total494 (100.0%)421 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Gosper County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Gosper County are 5 to 9 minutes (159 commuters, 18.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (151 commuters, 17.1%), and 15 to 19 minutes (144 commuters, 16.4%).
Commute Time in Gosper County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes10411.8%
5 to 9 Minutes15918.0%
10 to 14 Minutes384.3%
15 to 19 Minutes14416.4%
20 to 24 Minutes15117.1%
25 to 29 Minutes475.3%
30 to 34 Minutes11713.3%
35 to 39 Minutes40.4%
40 to 44 Minutes101.1%
45 to 59 Minutes455.1%
60 to 89 Minutes475.3%
90 or more Minutes151.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Gosper County

The most common commute times in Gosper County are 5 to 9 minutes (78 commuters, 16.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (81 commuters, 20.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Gosper County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes60 (12.6%)44 (10.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes78 (16.4%)81 (20.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes15 (3.2%)23 (5.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes71 (14.9%)73 (18.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes76 (16.0%)75 (18.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes31 (6.5%)16 (4.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes67 (14.1%)50 (12.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (1.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes5 (1.1%)5 (1.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes29 (6.1%)16 (4.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes30 (6.3%)17 (4.2%)
90 or more Minutes14 (2.9%)1 (0.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Gosper County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Gosper County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (149, 31.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (100, 24.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Gosper County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM38 (8.0%)32 (7.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM24 (5.0%)24 (5.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5 (1.1%)27 (6.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM34 (7.1%)12 (3.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM30 (6.3%)19 (4.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM149 (31.3%)100 (24.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM68 (14.3%)86 (21.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM41 (8.6%)32 (7.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM3 (0.6%)9 (2.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM33 (6.9%)16 (4.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM6 (1.3%)2 (0.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM7 (1.5%)21 (5.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)18 (4.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM38 (8.0%)7 (1.7%)
Total476 (100.0%)405 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Gosper County

Occupancy by Ownership in Gosper County

Of the total 751 dwellings in Gosper County, owner-occupied units account for 621 (82.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 130 (17.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Gosper County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units62182.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units13017.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units751100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Gosper County

Occupancy by Household Size in Gosper County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household19425.8%
2-Person Household35847.7%
3-Person Household7910.5%
4+ Person Household12016.0%
Total Housing Units751100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Gosper County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Gosper County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household143 (73.7%)51 (26.3%)
2-Person Household322 (89.9%)36 (10.1%)
3-Person Household60 (75.9%)19 (24.0%)
4+ Person Household96 (80.0%)24 (20.0%)
Total Housing Units621 (82.7%)130 (17.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Gosper County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Gosper County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School31 (66.0%)16 (34.0%)
High School Diploma152 (76.8%)46 (23.2%)
College/Associate Degree226 (82.2%)49 (17.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher212 (91.8%)19 (8.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Gosper County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Gosper County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years7510.0%
35 to 44 Years7510.0%
45 to 54 Years15620.8%
55 to 64 Years14319.0%
65 to 74 Years19726.2%
75 to 84 Years8911.8%
85 Years and Over162.1%
Total751100.0%

Housing Finances in Gosper County

Median Income by Occupancy in Gosper County

Median Income by Occupancy in Gosper County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied621 (82.7%)$81,278
Renter-Occupied130 (17.3%)$61,429
Average751 (100.0%)$76,583

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Gosper County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Gosper County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00010 (1.6%)1 (0.8%)
$5,000 to $9,99920 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99911 (1.8%)11 (8.5%)
$15,000 to $19,9994 (0.6%)21 (16.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99957 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99938 (6.1%)2 (1.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99970 (11.3%)15 (11.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99962 (10.0%)44 (33.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999155 (25.0%)8 (6.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999111 (17.9%)22 (16.9%)
$150,000 or more83 (13.4%)6 (4.6%)
Total621 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Gosper County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Gosper County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30038 (6.1%)14 (10.8%)
$300 to $49971 (11.4%)1 (0.8%)
$500 to $799230 (37.0%)45 (34.6%)
$800 to $99970 (11.3%)19 (14.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499103 (16.6%)28 (21.5%)
$1,500 to $1,99972 (11.6%)5 (3.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49920 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9995 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more12 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total621 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Gosper County

Housing Structures in Gosper County

Housing Structures in Gosper County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached69993.1%
Single Unit, Attached20.3%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments121.6%
10 or more Apartments50.7%
Mobile Home / Other334.4%
Total751100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Gosper County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Gosper County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached596 (85.3%)103 (14.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other25 (75.8%)8 (24.2%)
Total621 (82.7%)130 (17.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Gosper County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Gosper County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)12 (9.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms15 (2.4%)4 (3.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms157 (25.3%)40 (30.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms215 (34.6%)63 (48.5%)
8 or more Rooms234 (37.7%)11 (8.5%)
Total621 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Gosper County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Gosper County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas221 (35.6%)46 (35.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas56 (9.0%)9 (6.9%)
Electricity295 (47.5%)48 (36.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)4 (3.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels44 (7.1%)23 (17.7%)
No Fuel Used5 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total621 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Gosper County

Household Vehicle Usage in Gosper County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle2 (0.3%)3 (2.3%)
1 Vehicle72 (11.6%)30 (23.1%)
2 Vehicles203 (32.7%)56 (43.1%)
3 or more Vehicles344 (55.4%)41 (31.5%)
Total621 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Gosper County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Gosper County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units373248
Median Property Value$170,600$252,900
Median Household Income$55,938$47
Monthly Housing Costs$570$12
Real Estate Taxes$2,233$10

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Gosper County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Gosper County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00054 (14.5%)12 (4.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99945 (12.1%)36 (14.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999167 (44.8%)124 (50.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99985 (22.8%)64 (25.8%)
$500,000 to $749,99916 (4.3%)10 (4.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9993 (0.8%)2 (0.8%)
$1,000,000 or more3 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total373 (100.0%)248 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Gosper County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Gosper County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00022 (5.9%)8 (3.2%)
$10,000 to $24,99962 (16.6%)8 (3.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99925 (6.7%)10 (4.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99962 (16.6%)13 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99944 (11.8%)8 (3.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99988 (23.6%)18 (7.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99934 (9.1%)67 (27.0%)
$150,000 or more36 (9.7%)77 (31.0%)
Total373 (100.0%)248 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Gosper County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Gosper County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x146 (39.1%)100,000 (40,322.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x72 (19.3%)86 (34.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x30 (8.0%)67 (27.0%)
4.0x or more125 (33.5%)62 (25.0%)
Total373 (100.0%)248 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Gosper County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Gosper County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80051 (13.7%)4 (1.6%)
$800 to $1,49963 (16.9%)16 (6.5%)
$800 to $1,499236 (63.3%)41 (16.5%)
Total373 (100.0%)248 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Gosper County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gosper County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gosper County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years65 (80.2%)16 (19.8%)
6 to 18 Years266 (89.6%)31 (10.4%)
19 to 25 Years46 (92.0%)4 (8.0%)
26 to 34 Years142 (66.4%)72 (33.6%)
35 to 44 Years144 (80.4%)35 (19.6%)
45 to 54 Years225 (87.9%)31 (12.1%)
55 to 64 Years280 (92.7%)22 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years299 (99.7%)1 (0.3%)
75 Years and older161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,628 (88.5%)212 (11.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Gosper County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Gosper County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born65 (80.2%)16 (19.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen266 (89.6%)31 (10.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen46 (92.0%)4 (8.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Gosper County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Gosper County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000184 (96.3%)7 (3.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999217 (87.8%)30 (12.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999205 (88.7%)26 (11.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999411 (96.7%)14 (3.3%)
$100,000 and over611 (81.9%)135 (18.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gosper County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gosper County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 625 (30.9%)43 (53.1%)
6 to 18 Years45 (15.1%)230 (77.4%)
19 to 25 Years7 (14.0%)40 (80.0%)
25 to 34 Years32 (14.9%)122 (57.0%)
35 to 44 Years3 (1.7%)144 (80.4%)
45 to 54 Years19 (7.4%)218 (85.2%)
55 to 64 Years72 (23.8%)225 (74.5%)
65 to 74 Years287 (95.7%)104 (34.7%)
75 Years and over161 (100.0%)93 (57.8%)
Total651 (35.4%)1,219 (66.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Gosper County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Gosper County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)5 (14.3%)
5 to 17 Years4 (2.6%)2 (1.6%)
18 to 34 Years39 (22.5%)23 (19.3%)
35 to 64 Years26 (7.5%)19 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years29 (15.9%)5 (4.3%)
75 Years and over29 (36.2%)42 (51.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Gosper County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Gosper County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)5 (14.3%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.7%)2 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years14 (7.6%)3 (2.6%)
75 Years and over27 (33.8%)21 (25.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Gosper County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.6%)
18 to 34 Years15 (8.7%)7 (5.9%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.3%)7 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years7 (3.8%)2 (1.7%)
75 Years and over6 (7.5%)14 (17.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Gosper County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years39 (22.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years9 (2.6%)7 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years2 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (2.5%)14 (17.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Gosper County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years18 (10.4%)16 (13.5%)
35 to 64 Years15 (4.3%)8 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years8 (4.4%)2 (1.7%)
75 Years and over21 (26.3%)21 (25.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Gosper County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.3%)5 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years6 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (16.3%)8 (9.9%)

Technology Access in Gosper County

Computing Device Access in Gosper County

Computing Device Access in Gosper County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop59779.5%
Smartphone67189.3%
Tablet47162.7%
No Computing Device476.3%
Total751100.0%

Internet Access in Gosper County

Internet Access in Gosper County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet20.3%
Broadband Home41355.0%
Cellular Data Only9712.9%
Satellite Internet14118.8%
No Internet12216.3%
Total751100.0%

Gosper County Summary

Gosper County is located in the south-central part of Nebraska, in the Great Plains region of the United States. It is bordered by Phelps County to the north, Frontier County to the east, Furnas County to the south, and Hayes County to the west. The county seat is Elwood, and the largest city is Elwood. The county was named for Captain Charles Gosper, a Civil War veteran who was killed in action in 1864.

Geography

Gosper County covers an area of 845 square miles, making it the fourth-largest county in Nebraska. The county is mostly flat, with rolling hills in the east and south. The Republican River flows through the county, and there are several small lakes and ponds scattered throughout the area. The county is mostly rural, with only a few small towns and villages. The highest point in the county is located in the northwest corner, at an elevation of 2,845 feet.

Climate

Gosper County has a humid continental climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is around 50°F, and the average annual precipitation is around 20 inches.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 2,737 people, 1,093 households, and 745 families living in the county. The population density was 3.2 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

Economy

Gosper County is primarily an agricultural county, with corn, soybeans, and wheat being the main crops. Livestock production is also important, with cattle, hogs, and sheep being raised in the area. There are also several small businesses in the county, including a few manufacturing companies.
The county is served by two school districts, Elwood Public Schools and Elwood-Gosper County Schools. There are also several private schools in the area. The county is home to a branch of the Mid-Plains Community College, which offers a variety of courses and programs.
Gosper County is a rural county, but it is still a great place to live and work. The county has a low cost of living, and the people are friendly and welcoming. The county is a great place to raise a family, and it offers a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, camping, and hiking.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Gosper County?
Per Capita income in Gosper County is $38,057.
What is the Median Family Income in Gosper County?
Median Family Income in Gosper County is $82,276.
What is the Median Household income in Gosper County?
Median Household Income in Gosper County is $76,583.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Gosper County?
Income or Wage Gap in Gosper County is 10.9%.
Women in Gosper County earn 89.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Gosper County?
Family Income Deficit in Gosper County is $9,907.
Families that are below poverty line in Gosper County earn $9,907 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Gosper County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Gosper County is 0.43.
What is the Total Population of Gosper County?
Total Population of Gosper County is 1,873.
What is the Total Male Population of Gosper County?
Total Male Population of Gosper County is 986.
What is the Total Female Population of Gosper County?
Total Female Population of Gosper County is 887.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Gosper County?
There are 111.16 Males per 100 Females in Gosper County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Gosper County?
There are 89.96 Females per 100 Males in Gosper County.
What is the Median Population Age in Gosper County?
Median Population Age in Gosper County is 48.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Gosper County
Average Family Size in Gosper County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Gosper County
Average Household Size in Gosper County is 2.5 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Gosper County?
There are 931 People in the Labor Forcein in Gosper County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Gosper County?
59.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Gosper County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Gosper County?
Unemployment Rate in Gosper County is 1.5%.