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State government overview

The governor of Nebraska is Jim Pillen (Republican), in office since January 2023. In Congress, Nebraska is represented by 2 U.S. senators and 3 representatives. The Nebraska Legislature has one chamber with 49 seats. The next regular legislative election is in 2026.

Governor of Nebraska

Jim Pillen

Republican · In office since January 2023

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Source: National Governors Association

Nebraska in Congress

5 Republicans

U.S. Senate

U.S. House

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Nebraska Legislature

Legislature · 49 seats
49 Nonpartisan
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1,978,707
Population
$76,475
Median income
3.0%
Unemployment
37.2
Median age

Education

High school or higher92.2%
Bachelor's or higher34.6%
Graduate or professional12.3%

Housing

Median home value$238,600
Median rent$1,072
Homeownership rate66.5%
10.6%
Poverty rate
$41,751
Per capita income
68.6%
Labor participation

Source: Census Bureau ACS 2024 (5-Year Estimates)

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