Keith, NE County is a rural county located on the southern border of Nebraska. With a population of 8,312 people, it boasts a population density of 8 people per square mile. The community is known for its small-town charm and friendly residents who are proud to call Keith County their home. Local businesses in the area include restaurants like Country Kitchen Diner and the Old School Cafe & Bakery, as well as retailers like The Corner Store and Rustic Roots. Residents can enjoy year-round outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, camping, horseback riding, and more. The county also has several organizations dedicated to preserving the local environment and culture, such as the Friends of Prarie Creek Nature Center and the Keith County Historical Society. Residents who enjoy sports can attend local events throughout the year including high school football games at Keith Community Field or watch minor league baseball at Eagles Stadium.
The population in Keith County is 8,312. There are 8 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Keith County is 49.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Keith County is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Keith County
- 57.0% are married
- 12.6% are divorced
- 27.3% are married with children
- 12.4% have children, but are single
Race in Keith County
- 90.5% are White
- 0.7% are Black
- 1.1% are Asian
- 0.4% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 6.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.3% Two or more races
- 0.3% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander