Ogallala is home to roughly 4,800 residents. Ogallala was founded in 1868 and sits in Keith County. The median age is 46.8 and the median household income is $55,481. Homes carry a median value of $135,500, and about 64% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (80.1%). Around 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 15 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Ogallala — frequently asked
What is the population of Ogallala, Nebraska?
Ogallala has a population of about 4,800, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Ogallala?
The median home value in Ogallala is $135,500, and the median gross rent is $738/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Ogallala safe? What is the crime rate?
Ogallala Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 168 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Ogallala face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Keith County as "Very Low" overall, with top hazards including drought, hail, lightning.
How many schools are in Ogallala?
Ogallala has 2 public schools (1 elementary, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Ogallala?
Public registry data lists 2 registered sex offenders in or near Ogallala. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.