Ogallala, Nebraska
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −61.7% |
| 2008 | −45.5% |
| 2012 | −48.8% |
| 2016 | −63.1% |
| 2020 | −58.0% |
| 2024 | −58.1% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 20.1%Harris437 | 78.3%Trump1,699 | 1.6% | R+58.1 | R+0.1 | R+56.7 | 2,171 | |
| R | 20.1%Biden464 | 78.2%Trump1,802 | 1.7% | R+58.0 | D+5.1 | R+62.5 | 2,305 | |
| R | 15.6%Clinton336 | 78.7%Trump1,696 | 5.7% | R+63.1 | R+14.3 | R+65.2 | 2,154 | |
| R | 24.5%Obama532 | 73.3%Romney1,590 | 2.1% | R+48.8 | R+3.3 | R+52.7 | 2,168 | |
| R | 26.3%Obama565 | 71.8%McCain1,545 | 2.0% | R+45.5 | D+16.2 | R+52.8 | 2,152 | |
| R | 18.4%Kerry410 | 80.1%Bush1,783 | 1.4% | R+61.7 | — | R+59.3 | 2,225 |
Sitting atop one of the world's largest underground water reserves, this Keith County seat votes heavily Republican in federal contests and serves as a commercial hub for the surrounding ranch and feedlot economy.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 63.1 points in 2016. The 2024 margin was 58.1 points.
A population of 4,777, a 80% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $58,556 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Ogallala, Nebraska vote in 2024?
In 2024, Ogallala, Nebraska voted Republican by 58.1 points (R+58.1), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 2,171 votes cast, 437 went Democratic and 1,699 went Republican.
How many people live in Ogallala, Nebraska?
Ogallala, Nebraska has a population of 4,777 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Ogallala, Nebraska?
Median household income in Ogallala, Nebraska is $58,556 — below the national median of $80,734. The Nebraska state median is $76,475.
What is the political history of Ogallala, Nebraska?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Ogallala, Nebraska from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.