Ralston is a city in Nebraska with about 6,445 residents. Ralston sits in Douglas County. The median age is 36.8 and the median household income is $65,557. Homes carry a median value of $215,800, and about 58% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (71.7%). Around 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 20 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Ralston — frequently asked
What is the population of Ralston, Nebraska?
Ralston has a population of about 6,445, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Ralston?
The median home value in Ralston is $215,800, and the median gross rent is $1,178/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Ralston safe? What is the crime rate?
Ralston Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 250 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Ralston face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Douglas County as "Relatively High" overall, with top hazards including hail, ice storm, strong wind.
How many schools are in Ralston?
Ralston has 4 public schools (2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Ralston?
Public registry data lists 2 registered sex offenders in or near Ralston. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.