Central City, Nebraska
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −55.0% |
| 2008 | −39.6% |
| 2012 | −44.2% |
| 2016 | −58.7% |
| 2020 | −58.3% |
| 2024 | −58.5% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 19.9%Harris335 | 78.4%Trump1,319 | 1.7% | R+58.5 | R+0.2 | R+57.0 | 1,682 | |
| R | 19.6%Biden314 | 77.9%Trump1,249 | 2.6% | R+58.3 | D+0.4 | R+62.7 | 1,604 | |
| R | 17.7%Clinton220 | 76.4%Trump950 | 5.9% | R+58.7 | R+14.5 | R+60.8 | 1,244 | |
| R | 26.9%Obama297 | 71.1%Romney786 | 2.1% | R+44.2 | R+4.6 | R+48.1 | 1,106 | |
| R | 28.3%Obama316 | 67.9%McCain758 | 3.8% | R+39.6 | D+15.4 | R+46.9 | 1,116 | |
| R | 22.4%Kerry256 | 77.4%Bush884 | 0.2% | R+55.0 | — | R+52.5 | 1,142 |
Central City sits in the Great Plains. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 58.7 points in 2016. The 2024 margin was 58.5 points.
A population of 3,061, a 86% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $73,229 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Central City, Nebraska vote in 2024?
In 2024, Central City, Nebraska voted Republican by 58.5 points (R+58.5), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 1,682 votes cast, 335 went Democratic and 1,319 went Republican.
How many people live in Central City, Nebraska?
Central City, Nebraska has a population of 3,061 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Central City, Nebraska?
Median household income in Central City, Nebraska is $73,229 — below the national median of $80,734. The Nebraska state median is $76,475.
What is the political history of Central City, Nebraska?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Central City, Nebraska from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.