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Dunbar, Nebraska

Dunbar is a village in Otoe County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 165 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.23 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 187 people, 70 households, and 50 families residing in the village. The population density was 813.0 PD/sqmi. There were 77 housing units at an average density of 334.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.9% White, 0.5% Asian, and 0.5% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of the population.

There were 70 households, of which 37.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.1% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.6% were non-families. 18.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 3.14.

The median age in the village was 38.5 years. 25.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.3% were from 25 to 44; 28.3% were from 45 to 64; and 10.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 50.3% male and 49.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 237 people, 79 households, and 63 families residing in the village. The population density was 957.4 PD/sqmi. There were 81 housing units at an average density of 327.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.05% White, 0.42% Native American, and 2.53% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.42% of the population.

There were 79 households, out of which 43.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.9% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.0% were non-families. 16.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.00 and the average family size was 3.41.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 34.6% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 30.4% from 25 to 44, 21.5% from 45 to 64, and 7.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.3 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $48,036, and the median income for a family was $50,417. Males had a median income of $31,563 versus $26,875 for females. The per capita income for the village was $15,495. About 16.4% of families and 11.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 21.1% of those 65 or over.

History
Dunbar was founded in 1856 by John Dunbar on the intersection of the properties of John Dunbar, T. H. Dunbar, J. Wilson, and John McGinley. It was originally known as Wilson until 1856 when it was renamed for the oldest resident and recognized founder. Dunbar was a large freighting depot for goods traveling west out of Nebraska City. The first railroad was built in Dunbar in 1869 when the Midland Pacific Railway and Burlington and Missouri River Railroads reached Nebraska City. By the 1880s, the town contained a grocery, general store, restaurant, boarding house, two hotels, two liveries, five churches, pharmacy, lumberyard, two banks, barbershop, two saloons, dentist, optometrist. In 1884 and 1888 two fires occurred, prompting the usage of brick and mortar. About 1 mile south of Dunbar, the Delaware (named for the township) Cemetery was constructed. The earliest marked grave being in 1884.

In 1926, Dunbar observed its 70th birthday. A boulder was placed in memory of John Dunbar. The Nebraska City High School Band performed a concert and other festivities continued into the evening.

The flooding of Wilson Creek, Fox Creek, and several other tributaries on May 8, 1950, devastated the village. Nine buildings were washed away, the rest of the buildings were nearly destroyed, and two children were killed. In 1965, the Dunbar bypass was finished, greatly damaging the businesses of Dunbar, the population was decimated and the economy plummeted. The three mile stretch through Dunbar was noted as the worst from Chicago to Denver

Train derailment and State v. Hoffman
On January 11, 1887, at 11:30 p.m., David Hoffman and James Bell derailed a passenger train 1.5 miles north of Dunbar. The engineer was killed, and two people were severely injured. The train was carrying $17,000 in silver. The two were arrested the next day. Hoffman was charged with first degree murder and sent to the gallows, Bell was sentenced to ten years of hard labor in exchange for his testimony. On Friday, July 22, 1887, at 10:32, David Hoffman became the first person legally executed in Otoe County.

Notable people

 * Sam Francis, NFL player
 * George H. Heinke – Congressman born on a farm nearby
 * William Henry Harrison, Wyoming state representative and Pine Bluffs, Wyoming mayor

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Lorton, Nebraska

Lorton is a village in Otoe County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 35 at the 2020 census.

History
Lorton was originally called Delta, and under the latter name was platted in 1881. Due to the existence of another station on the railroad named Delta, the town was renamed Lorton in 1892, in order to avoid repetition.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.04 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 41 people, 17 households, and 12 families residing in the village. The population density was 1025.0 PD/sqmi. There were 20 housing units at an average density of 500.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.0% White.

There were 17 households, of which 23.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.7% were married couples living together, 5.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.4% were non-families. 29.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.92.

The median age in the village was 50.5 years. 22% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.5% were from 25 to 44; 39% were from 45 to 64; and 17.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 53.7% male and 46.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 39 people, 18 households, and 10 families residing in the village. The population density was 857.9 PD/sqmi. There were 20 housing units at an average density of 439.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.00% White.

There were 18 households, out of which 22.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, and 44.4% were non-families. 38.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 20.5% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 7.7% from 25 to 44, 46.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50 years. For every 100 females, there were 69.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.8 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $28,750, and the median income for a family was $32,917. Males had a median income of $19,583 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the village was $14,468. There were no families and 9.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 42.9% of those over 64.

Education
Lorton is in Johnson County Central Public Schools.

Lorton was formerly in Nemaha Valley Schools. In 2007 Nemaha Valley merged into Johnson County Central Public Schools.

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Nebraska City, Nebraska

Nebraska City is a city in Nebraska and the county seat of Otoe County, Nebraska, United States. As of the 2020 census, the city population was 7,222.

The Nebraska State Legislature has credited Nebraska City as being the oldest incorporated city in the state, as it was the first approved by a special act of the Nebraska Territorial Legislature in 1855.

Nebraska City is home of Arbor Day, the Missouri River Basin Lewis and Clark Center (which focuses on the natural history achievements of the expedition), and the Mayhew Cabin, the only site in the state recognized by the National Park Service as a station on the Underground Railroad.

History
Early European-American official exploration was reported in 1804 by Lewis and Clark as they journeyed west along the Missouri River. They encountered many of the historic Native American tribes whose ancestors had inhabited the territory for thousands of years.

During the years of early pioneer settlement, in 1846 the US Army built Old Fort Kearny at Nebraska City. Several years later, the army abandoned it to relocate the fort to central Nebraska, now south of present-day Kearney.

Shortly after the post was vacated, John Boulware developed an important river-crossing and ferry service from Iowa to present-day Nebraska City. He and his father expanded their business and in 1852 or 1853 built a ferry house, the first residence in Nebraska City.

In 1854 the Kansas–Nebraska Act allowed legal settlement in the regional area. Three townships were incorporated by settlers including Stephen Nuckolls, one of the fathers of Nebraska City. Nebraska City and Kearney City were incorporated in 1855, and South Nebraska City was incorporated in 1856. During those years, Nebraska City competed fiercely to become the Nebraska Territory capital. On December 31, 1857, these three town sites along with Prairie City joined, incorporating as present-day Nebraska City. Before the American Civil War, Nebraska City was noted as having the Territory's largest population of slaves. Many worked on the riverfront as laborers, involved with moving freight and luggage associated with steamboat traffic.

By the mid-19th century, steamboats on the Missouri River were the vitalizing force behind Nebraska City's growth, bringing commerce, people and freight to the west. In the spring of 1858 Russell, Majors and Waddell started freighting from Nebraska City on a government contract to transport all provisions for all western forts. The supplies were brought up the Missouri River by steamboat and then taken out by wagon train. Nebraska City's favorable position (with a gradual slope from the river to the table land above) and good trail made it an important link to the west.

Since that beginning, the city became established as a regional transportation, economic, and agriculture hub for the three state area. Additional forms of transportation were important, including the steam wagon and the first locomotive engine of the Midland Pacific.

J. Sterling Morton came to Nebraska City in 1855 to edit the Nebraska City News. Originally from Michigan, he and his wife Caroline were lovers of nature. Morton served as Secretary of Agriculture under President Grover Cleveland’s administration and in 1872 he was instrumental in establishing the annual tree planting day, Arbor Day. Governor Robert Furnas of Nebraska issued the first Arbor Day Proclamation on March 31, 1874. The holiday is celebrated around the world.

Nebraska City has its own hospital, St Marys Hospital. As the county seat, it has the courthouse and associated county offices.

Geography
Nebraska City is located on the western bank of the Missouri River. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.69 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 7,289 people, 2,960 households, and 1,867 families residing in the city. The population density was 1554.2 PD/sqmi. There were 3,265 housing units at an average density of 696.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.5% White, 0.4% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 5.3% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 10.9% of the population.

There were 2,960 households, of which 30.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.1% were married couples living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.9% were non-families. 31.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 2.97.

The median age in the city was 40.9 years. 24.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22% were from 25 to 44; 26.2% were from 45 to 64; and 19.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.3% male and 52.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 7,228 people, 2,898 households, and 1,872 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,633.6 PD/sqmi. There were 3,154 housing units at an average density of 712.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.00% White, 0.37% African American, 0.30% Native American, 0.37% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 2.01% from other races, and 0.87% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.40% of the population.

There were 2,898 households, out of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.3% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.4% were non-families. 30.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 3.01.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.8% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 22.3% from 45 to 64, and 19.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.0 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $34,952, and the median income for a family was $42,860. Males had a median income of $29,507 versus $19,859 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,969. About 6.3% of families and 9.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.0% of those under age 18 and 7.7% of those age 65 or over.

Government
Nebraska City has a mayor-commission government system. Nebraska City is currently the only municipality in the State of Nebraska that has the commissioner form of government.

The Nebraska City commissioner model does not utilize representatives from precinct divisions of the city. The commissioners are elected citywide; each has a specific departmental role. These roles are: Mayor-Commissioner of Public Affairs and Public Safety, Finance Commissioner, Parks and Recreation Commissioner, Public Works Commissioner, and Streets Commissioner. Current office holders are Mayor Bryan Bequette (through December 2024); Finance Commissioner Cole Sharp (December 2026); Parks and Recreation Commissioner Patrick Wehling (December 2024); Public Works Commissioner Ron Osovski (December 2024); and Streets Commissioner Joe Chaney (December 2026).

The city is in the 1st state legislative district, as of 2022 & is represented by state senator Julie Slama in the Nebraska Legislature.

Events
Nebraska City is known as "The Home of Arbor Day". In Nebraska City is Arbor Lodge, home of the first Secretary of Agriculture of the United States, J. Sterling Morton, who promoted the planting of trees on the prairie for shade, fruit, and windbreaks. The National Arbor Day Foundation has its headquarters near his home in Nebraska City.

Each year, the AppleJack Festival in Nebraska City takes place on the third weekend of September. The event has been held for over 40 years. It includes such events as a parade, a classic car show, carnival rides, the AppleJack Fun Run/Walk, a quilt show, and craft shows and events all around the city and surrounding area. In 2011, a turnout of 40–50,000 visitors was expected.

Education
The first high school in Nebraska was established in Nebraska City in 1864.

Nebraska City has a public and a Catholic school system. Nebraska City Public Schools offers K-12 education. The high school has an enrollment of about 445; its athletic teams are the Pioneers. It is a member of the Trailblazers Conference. Lourdes Central Catholic Schools also provides K-12 education, with a total enrollment of about 330 in all grades. Its athletic teams are the Knights.

The Nebraska Center for the Education of Children Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired was founded in 1875 and today serves students across Nebraska and western Iowa.

Notable people

 * Bret Clark — professional football player
 * Lloyd Fallers — anthropologist at University of Chicago
 * Leland Hayward — Hollywood and Broadway agent, theatrical producer, and father of Brooke Hayward
 * William Hayward — attorney, commander of the Harlem Hellfighters during World War I, and father of Leland Hayward
 * Monroe Leland Hayward — United States Senator-elect from Nebraska and father of William Hayward
 * George H. Heinke — lawyer and US Congressman (1939–1940)
 * John Henry Kagi — second in command in John Brown's 1859 raid on the US Arsenal at Harper's Ferry and created station at the Mayhew Cabin for the Underground Railroad
 * Mitch Krenk — professional football player
 * Joy Morton - Son of J. Sterling Morton; founder and namesake of Morton Salt
 * Julius Sterling Morton — founder of Arbor Day and former US Secretary of Agriculture under President Grover Cleveland
 * Paul Morton - Secretary of the Navy under Theodore Roosevelt, vice president of the Santa Fe Railroad
 * Prudence Neff – pianist and music teacher
 * Stephen Nuckolls — co-founder of Nebraska City
 * Greg Orton — professional football player
 * Joe Ricketts — founder of TD Ameritrade; father of Pete Ricketts
 * Pete Ricketts — United States Senator from Nebraska; 40th Governor of Nebraska; former Chief Operating Officer of TD Ameritrade; member of Board of Directors for Chicago Cubs; son of Joe Ricketts
 * Anthony "Lionheart" Smith — professional mixed martial artist with Strikeforce, UFC, and Bellator MMA
 * James Gilligan - served as director of mental health for the Massachusetts prison system and director of the Harvard Institute of Law and Psychiatry

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Otoe, Nebraska

Otoe is a village in north central Otoe County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 161 at the 2020 census.

History
The village was established in 1880 on the proposed line of the Missouri Pacific Railroad from Kansas City to Omaha. The town was originally named Berlin; many of the early inhabitants were German Lutherans. In 1896, when the population reached 200, the town incorporated. It survived and rebuilt after a tornado in 1913 destroyed most of its businesses.

The entry of the United States into World War I was followed by anti-German sentiment, which extended to a town that bore the name of Germany's capital. A 1918 series of fires that destroyed a block of the town's main street was attributed to anti-German crusaders. In October 1918, less than a month before the war's end, the town's name was changed to its current Otoe. Berlin Precinct was left unchanged, however.

Passenger rail service to Otoe was discontinued in 1932; despite this setback, the town continued to grow, reaching its maximum historical population of 298 in the 1940 census. Following World War II, the population began to decline. In 1958, the high school was closed; in the 1960s, the railroad line through Otoe was abandoned.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.16 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 171 people, 67 households, and 45 families residing in the village. The population density was 1068.8 PD/sqmi. There were 80 housing units at an average density of 500.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 95.3% White, 1.2% Native American, 2.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.

There were 67 households, of which 28.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.8% were married couples living together, 13.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.8% were non-families. 28.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 3.13.

The median age in the village was 36.6 years. 25.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.2% were from 25 to 44; 26.8% were from 45 to 64; and 18.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 55.6% male and 44.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 217 people, 83 households, and 60 families residing in the village. The population density was 1,372.8 PD/sqmi. There were 94 housing units at an average density of 594.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.54% White, and 0.46% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.46% of the population.

There were 83 households, out of which 37.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.2% were married couples living together, 6.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.7% were non-families. 26.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 31.8% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 18.9% from 45 to 64, and 18.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.7 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $33,125, and the median income for a family was $36,875. Males had a median income of $34,375 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the village was $12,461. None of the families and 2.8% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 4.0% of those over 64.

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Palmyra, Nebraska

Palmyra is a village in northwest Otoe County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 534 at the 2020 census.

History
Palmyra was platted in 1870. Its name commemorates the ancient city of Palmyra.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.34 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 545 people, 207 households, and 146 families living in the village. The population density was 1602.9 PD/sqmi. There were 227 housing units at an average density of 667.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.0% White, 1.7% African American, 0.6% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 207 households, of which 36.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.0% were married couples living together, 7.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.5% were non-families. 24.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.15.

The median age in the village was 36.4 years. 27.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28% were from 25 to 44; 25.4% were from 45 to 64; and 12.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 51.0% male and 49.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 546 people, 209 households, and 150 families living in the village. The population density was 1,597.8 PD/sqmi. There were 225 housing units at an average density of 658.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.72% White, 0.18% African American, 0.18% from other races, and 0.92% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.83% of the population.

There were 209 households, out of which 45.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.4% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.8% were non-families. 24.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 31.0% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 30.6% from 25 to 44, 22.5% from 45 to 64, and 9.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.8 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $39,773, and the median income for a family was $47,083. Males had a median income of $31,607 versus $24,500 for females. The per capita income for the village was $16,632. About 6.2% of families and 5.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.8% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

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Syracuse, Nebraska

Syracuse is a city in Otoe County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 1,941 at the 2020 census.

History
Syracuse was laid out in 1869 when it was certain that the railroad would be extended to that point. The community was named after Syracuse, New York.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.27 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,942 people, 845 households, and 515 families living in the city. The population density was 1529.1 PD/sqmi. There were 903 housing units at an average density of 711.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.2% White, 0.5% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.

There were 845 households, of which 25.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.9% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.1% were non-families. 36.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.86.

The median age in the city was 45.5 years. 22.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.1% were from 25 to 44; 21.5% were from 45 to 64; and 29.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.9% male and 54.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,762 people, 754 households, and 496 families living in the city. The population density was 1,878.7 PD/sqmi. There were 798 housing units at an average density of 850.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.92% White, 0.06% Native American, 0.17% Asian, 0.51% from other races, and 0.34% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.57% of the population.

There were 754 households, out of which 24.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.0% were married couples living together, 4.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.1% were non-families. 31.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.77.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.9% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 22.6% from 25 to 44, 17.6% from 45 to 64, and 33.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.0 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $37,112, and the median income for a family was $48,021. Males had a median income of $31,900 versus $22,413 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,974. About 3.8% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.9% of those under age 18 and 7.4% of those age 65 or over.

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Talmage, Nebraska

Talmage is a village in Otoe County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 198 at the 2020 census.

Geography
Talmage is located at 40.53167°N, -96.02361°W (40.531767, -96.023678).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.16 sqmi, all land.

The town is located southeast of Lincoln and south of Omaha, lying just west of Nebraska Highway 67.

History
The area in the vicinity of Talmage began to be settled in the late 1850s. The Missouri Pacific Railroad's Kansas City-Omaha line construction reached the area by 1881. The town was platted on March 7, 1882, on land donated by local farmer Clark Puffer. It was named for Archibald A. Talmage, a superintendent of the railroad,

Talmage was the birthplace (in 1913) of film actor Anthony Dexter.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 233 people, 97 households, and 66 families residing in the village. The population density was 1456.3 PD/sqmi. There were 118 housing units at an average density of 737.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 93.6% White, 1.3% African American, 3.4% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.3% of the population.

There were 97 households, of which 25.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.4% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 10.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.0% were non-families. 25.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 2.79.

The median age in the village was 45.5 years. 22.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.3% were from 25 to 44; 32.2% were from 45 to 64; and 18.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 51.5% male and 48.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 268 people, 109 households, and 70 families residing in the village. The population density was 1,663.0 PD/sqmi. There were 127 housing units at an average density of 788.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.01% White and 2.99% African American.

There were 109 households, out of which 28.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.1% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.9% were non-families. 32.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 23.1% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 19.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.0 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $25,625, and the median income for a family was $37,000. Males had a median income of $25,556 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the village was $13,525. About 14.7% of families and 18.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.7% of those under the age of eighteen and 14.5% of those sixty-five or over.

Education
Talmage is in Johnson County Central Public Schools.

Talmage was formerly in Nemaha Valley Schools. In 2007 Nemaha Valley merged into Johnson County Central Public Schools.

title: Talmage, Nebraska


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Unadilla, Nebraska

Unadilla is a village in Otoe County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 296 at the 2020 census.

History
Unadilla was platted in 1871 when the Midland Pacific Railroad was extended to that point. It was named after Unadilla, New York, the former hometown of an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.31 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 311 people, 132 households, and 95 families residing in the village. The population density was 1003.2 PD/sqmi. There were 147 housing units at an average density of 474.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.1% White, 0.6% African American, 1.0% Native American, 0.6% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.6% of the population.

There were 132 households, of which 28.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.4% were married couples living together, 6.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.0% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.75.

The median age in the village was 44.1 years. 19.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.7% were from 25 to 44; 28% were from 45 to 64; and 19.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 50.2% male and 49.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 342 people, 139 households, and 97 families residing in the village. The population density was 1,183.5 PD/sqmi. There were 144 housing units at an average density of 498.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.54% White, 0.29% Native American, 1.17% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.34% of the population.

There were 139 households, out of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.7% were married couples living together, 1.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.2% were non-families. 27.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 24.3% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 18.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.9 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $40,625, and the median income for a family was $51,875. Males had a median income of $35,446 versus $27,188 for females. The per capita income for the village was $18,049. About 8.1% of families and 16.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.9% of those under age 18 and 15.0% of those age 65 or over.

title: Unadilla, Nebraska


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Burchard, Nebraska

Burchard is a village in Pawnee County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 78 at the 2020 census. The village is approximately 10 miles from the Nebraska-Kansas border and ten miles west of Pawnee City.

History
Burchard was platted in 1881 when the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad was extended to that point. The community was named after a local clergyman. Burchard was incorporated as a village in 1884.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.16 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 82 people, 34 households, and 23 families residing in the village. The population density was 512.5 PD/sqmi. There were 45 housing units at an average density of 281.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.0% White.

There were 34 households, of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.9% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.4% were non-families. 29.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 3.04.

The median age in the village was 48 years. 26.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 12.2% were from 25 to 44; 23.2% were from 45 to 64; and 30.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 46.3% male and 53.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 103 people, 42 households, and 28 families residing in the village. The population density was 649.7 PD/sqmi. There were 52 housing units at an average density of 328.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100 White and 3 Asian.

There were 42 households, out of which 14 had children under the age of 18 living with them, 26 were married couples living together, 3 had a female householder with no husband present, and 13 were non-families. 11 of all households were made up of individuals, and 7 had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 27 under the age of 18, 8 from 18 to 24, 24 from 25 to 44, 20 from 45 to 64, and 24 who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 74.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 72.7 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $30,625, and the median income for a family was $40,000. Males had a median income of $21,250 versus $19,306 for females. The per capita income for the village was $14,390. There were no families and 5.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 10.0% of those over 64.

Notable people

 * Charles H. Corlett (1889-1971), US Army General
 * Harold Lloyd (1893-1971), comedic actor and film producer
 * Gaylord Lloyd (1888-1943), actor and assistant film director
 * Harlan Pyle (1905-1993), baseball player

title: Burchard, Nebraska


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Du Bois, Nebraska

Du Bois is a village in the southeast corner of Pawnee County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 124 at the 2020 census.

History
Du Bois was platted in 1886 when the railroad was extended to that point. It was named for Captain Charles J. DuBois, a railroad official.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.45 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 147 people, 66 households, and 39 families residing in the village. The population density was 326.7 PD/sqmi. There were 84 housing units at an average density of 186.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 92.5% White, 4.1% from other races, and 3.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.1% of the population.

There were 66 households, of which 25.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.5% were married couples living together, 3.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.9% were non-families. 34.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.92.

The median age in the village was 49.2 years. 21.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.7% were from 25 to 44; 29.9% were from 45 to 64; and 25.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 53.7% male and 46.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 166 people, 76 households, and 44 families residing in the village. The population density was 364.1 PD/sqmi. There were 87 housing units at an average density of 190.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.19% White, and 1.81% from two or more races.

There were 76 households, out of which 21.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 5.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.1% were non-families. 35.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.89.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 22.3% under the age of 18, 2.4% from 18 to 24, 24.1% from 25 to 44, 26.5% from 45 to 64, and 24.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.5 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $26,250, and the median income for a family was $33,125. Males had a median income of $23,000 versus $14,375 for females. The per capita income for the village was $10,335. About 6.1% of families and 11.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 25.9% of those 65 or over.

title: Du Bois, Nebraska


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Lewiston, Nebraska

Lewiston is a village in northwest Pawnee County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 54 at the 2020 census.

History
Lewiston was platted in 1886 when the Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad was extended to that point.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.10 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 68 people, 30 households, and 15 families residing in the village. The population density was 680.0 PD/sqmi. There were 37 housing units at an average density of 370.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.5% White and 1.5% African American.

There were 30 households, of which 40.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.7% were married couples living together, 6.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 50.0% were non-families. 43.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 30% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 3.27.

The median age in the village was 37 years. 32.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25% were from 25 to 44; 17.6% were from 45 to 64; and 22.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 52.9% male and 47.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 86 people, 33 households, and 22 families residing in the village. The population density was 734.1 PD/sqmi. There were 36 housing units at an average density of 307.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.84% White and 1.16% Asian.

There were 33 households, out of which 36.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.6% were married couples living together, 3.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 3.41.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 33.7% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 14.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 115.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.6 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $35,000, and the median income for a family was $35,000. Males had a median income of $27,813 versus $28,438 for females. The per capita income for the village was $12,871. There were no families and 2.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

title: Lewiston, Nebraska


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Pawnee City, Nebraska

Pawnee City is a city in and the county seat of Pawnee County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 878 at the 2010 census.

History
The site of present-day Pawnee City was designated as the county seat on November 4, 1856, and the townsite was platted in the spring of 1857. Pawnee City was incorporated in 1858, and is named after the Pawnee Native Americans.

By the 1880s, Pawnee City was a railroad town at the junction of two railroad lines. On August 9, 1881, two-thirds of downtown Pawnee City was destroyed by a fire. Downtown was subsequently rebuilt with fireproof construction.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.21 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 878 people, 425 households, and 210 families living in the city. The population density was 725.6 PD/sqmi. There were 518 housing units at an average density of 428.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.9% White, 0.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.1%.

Of the 425 households 19.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.3% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 50.6% were non-families. 45.6% of households were one person and 25.4% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 1.97 and the average family size was 2.79.

The median age was 52.9 years. 18.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.7% were from 25 to 44; 28.5% were from 45 to 64; and 31.8% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.2% male and 52.8% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 1,033 people, 474 households, and 264 families living in the city. The population density was 881.9 PD/sqmi. There were 542 housing units at an average density of 462.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.13% White, 0.19% Native American, 0.10% Asian, and 0.58% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.68%.

Of the 474 households 22.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.3% were married couples living together, 7.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.3% were non-families. 42.2% of households were one person and 27.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.07 and the average family size was 2.79.

The age distribution was 20.7% under the age of 18, 4.3% from 18 to 24, 19.4% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 35.1% 65 or older. The median age was 50 years. For every 100 females, there were 75.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 72.4 males.

The median household income was $23,587, and the median family income was $32,717. Males had a median income of $25,489 versus $18,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,386. About 8.3% of families and 14.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.7% of those under age 18 and 16.0% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people
See also List of people from Pawnee County, Nebraska
 * Daniel Atkinson (1921–2024), biochemist at UCLA
 * David Butler, first governor of Nebraska (1867–1871)
 * Lavon Heidemann, lieutenant governor of Nebraska
 * Larry the Cable Guy, comedian
 * Irish McCalla, actress
 * Kenneth S. Wherry, mayor, U.S. Senator from Nebraska 1943–51; Senate Republican Leader

title: Pawnee City, Nebraska


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Steinauer, Nebraska

Steinauer, locally pronounced "Steener", is a village in Pawnee County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 59 at the 2020 census.

History
The first settlement at the place which later became the village of Steinauer was made in the 1850s by Joseph Steinauer and his two brothers, Anton and Nicholas, after they were forced to leave their native Switzerland due to famine and depression in 1852. The village was platted in 1886 when the railroad was extended to that point, and was named for Joseph A. Steinauer, the first postmaster.

In addition to the village office, there is a park, a bank and a bar at Steinauer, plus homes.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.14 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 75 people, 34 households, and 19 families residing in the village. The population density was 535.7 PD/sqmi. There were 41 housing units at an average density of 292.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.7% White and 1.3% from two or more races.

There were 34 households, of which 17.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.9% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.1% were non-families. 41.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 3.11.

The median age in the village was 47.5 years. 16% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.3% were from 25 to 44; 22.7% were from 45 to 64; and 29.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 45.3% male and 54.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 74 people, 37 households, and 21 families residing in the village. The population density was 546.1 PD/sqmi. There were 46 housing units at an average density of 339.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.00% White.

There were 37 households, out of which 21.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.4% were married couples living together, 2.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.2% were non-families. 40.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.00 and the average family size was 2.71.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 20.3% under the age of 18, 4.1% from 18 to 24, 20.3% from 25 to 44, 35.1% from 45 to 64, and 20.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.4 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $27,500, and the median income for a family was $38,750. Males had a median income of $21,667 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the village was $15,378. There were 8.7% of families and 4.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
Its school district is Humboldt Table Rock Steinauer Public Schools.

title: Steinauer, Nebraska


text:
Table Rock, Nebraska

Table Rock is a village in Pawnee County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 236 at the 2020 census.

History
Table Rock was platted in 1855. It was named from a large rock formation nearby on the Nemaha River which has since been destroyed. It failed to prosper until the Atchison and Nebraska Railroad was built through town in about 1882.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.59 sqmi, all land.

Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Table Rock has a hot-summer humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfa" on climate maps. The hottest temperature recorded in Table Rock was 106 F on July 26, 2012, while the coldest temperature recorded was -27 F on February 16–17, 2021.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 269 people, 133 households, and 70 families residing in the village. The population density was 455.9 PD/sqmi. There were 167 housing units at an average density of 283.1 /mi2. The racial makeup of the village was 97.8% White, 1.5% African American, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.9% of the population.

There were 133 households, of which 27.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.6% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 47.4% were non-families. 46.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 27.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.02 and the average family size was 2.83.

The median age in the village was 46.3 years. 23.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.8% were from 25 to 44; 27.1% were from 45 to 64; and 24.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 49.1% male and 50.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 264 people, 144 households, and 68 families residing in the village. The population density was 451.2 PD/sqmi. There were 178 housing units at an average density of 304.2 /mi2. The racial makeup of the village was 99.62% White and 0.38% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.52% of the population.

There were 144 households, out of which 15.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 38.9% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 52.1% were non-families. 46.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.83 and the average family size was 2.58.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 16.3% under the age of 18, 3.8% from 18 to 24, 19.7% from 25 to 44, 26.9% from 45 to 64, and 33.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 54 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.3 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $24,545, and the median income for a family was $33,000. Males had a median income of $28,250 versus $16,500 for females. The per capita income for the village was $18,384. About 11.8% of families and 11.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.7% of those under the age of eighteen and 16.5% of those 65 or over.

Education
Its school district is Humboldt Table Rock Steinauer Public Schools.

Table Rock is part of a school district including Steinauer, Humboldt, Dawson, Stella, and Shubert.

Notable people

 * Rufus A. Lyman (1875–1957), leader in US pharmacy education during the first half of the 20th century
 * William R. (Link) Lyman (1898–1972), football player in Pro Football Hall of Fame
 * Theodore Pepoon (1836–1915), legislator and publisher
 * Floyd Vrtiska (1926–2020), farmer and politician

title: Table Rock, Nebraska


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Elsie, Nebraska

Elsie is a village in Perkins County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 106 at the 2010 census.

History
Elsie was established in about 1887 when the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad was extended to that point. Elsie was the name of the daughter of CB&Q president Charles Elliott Perkins. Several of Elsie's streets were given railroad-related names such as Burlington, Chicago, Perkins, and Quincy.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.17 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 106 people, 46 households, and 28 families residing in the village. The population density was 623.5 PD/sqmi. There were 64 housing units at an average density of 376.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 89.6% White, 9.4% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.5% of the population.

There were 46 households, of which 32.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.3% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.1% were non-families. 37.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 3.11.

The median age in the village was 39.5 years. 29.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.7% were from 25 to 44; 33% were from 45 to 64; and 12.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 52.8% male and 47.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 139 people, 57 households, and 38 families residing in the village. The population density was 809.1 PD/sqmi. There were 69 housing units at an average density of 401.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.56% White, 0.72% Native American, and 0.72% from two or more races.

There were 57 households, out of which 36.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.4% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.6% were non-families. 31.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 29.5% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 24.5% from 25 to 44, 24.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.5 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $43,000, and the median income for a family was $50,625. Males had a median income of $30,750 versus $15,833 for females. The per capita income for the village was $22,813. There were 5.9% of families and 4.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including 5.4% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

title: Elsie, Nebraska


text:
Grant, Nebraska

Grant is a city and county seat of Perkins County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 1,165 at the 2010 census.

History
Grant was platted in 1886 when the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad was extended to that point. The city is named for Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.73 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,165 people, 520 households, and 317 families living in the city. The population density was 1595.9 PD/sqmi. There were 588 housing units at an average density of 805.5 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 97.7% White, 0.1% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 1.0% from other races, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.

There were 520 households, of which 26.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.5% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.0% were non-families. 36.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.16 and the average family size was 2.79.

The median age in the city was 46.4 years. 23.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.9% were from 25 to 44; 26.4% were from 45 to 64; and 24.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.6% male and 52.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,225 people, 535 households, and 331 families living in the city. The population density was 1,674.6 PD/sqmi. There were 591 housing units at an average density of 807.9 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 98.78% White, 0.33% Native American, 0.16% Asian, 0.24% from other races, and 0.49% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.22% of the population.

There were 535 households, out of which 28.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.6% were married couples living together, 5.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.1% were non-families. 36.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.4% under the age of 18, 4.4% from 18 to 24, 21.6% from 25 to 44, 22.8% from 45 to 64, and 27.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.7 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $31,625, and the median income for a family was $42,692. Males had a median income of $30,050 versus $20,673 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,909. About 6.1% of families and 8.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.2% of those under age 18 and 9.8% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Danielle Anderson, singer, writer, ukulele player; stage name Danielle Ate The Sandwich
 * Gary Glick, American football player

title: Grant, Nebraska


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Madrid, Nebraska

Madrid  is a village in Perkins County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 231 at the 2010 census.

History
Madrid was platted in 1887 when the railroad was extended to that point. It was named after Madrid, the capital of Spain.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.13 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 231 people, 96 households, and 63 families residing in the village. The population density was 204.4 PD/sqmi. There were 115 housing units at an average density of 101.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.5% White and 3.5% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.4% of the population.

There were 96 households, of which 28.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.3% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.4% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 3.03.

The median age in the village was 40.8 years. 23.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 13.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.2% were from 25 to 44; 24.2% were from 45 to 64; and 20.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 51.9% male and 48.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 265 people, 104 households, and 71 families residing in the village. The population density was 637.9 PD/sqmi. There were 120 housing units at an average density of 288.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.36% White, 0.38% Native American, 2.26% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.17% of the population.

There were 104 households, out of which 30.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.5% were married couples living together, 5.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.7% were non-families. 26.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 22.3% from 25 to 44, 27.9% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.9 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $35,536, and the median income for a family was $42,000. Males had a median income of $30,313 versus $21,964 for females. The per capita income for the village was $15,607. About 5.0% of families and 11.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 21.4% of those 65 or over.

Notable person

 * John Mason - contemporary American artist

title: Madrid, Nebraska


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Venango, Nebraska

Venango is a village in Perkins County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 157 at the 2020 U.S. census.

History
Venango was platted in 1887 when the railroad was extended to that point. It was likely named after Venango County, Pennsylvania.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.25 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 164 people, 74 households, and 52 families residing in the village. The population density was 656.0 PD/sqmi. There were 89 housing units at an average density of 356.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 93.3% White, 0.6% Native American, and 6.1% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.8% of the population.

There were 74 households, of which 20.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.2% were married couples living together, 4.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.7% were non-families. 25.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.54.

The median age in the village was 49.7 years. 17.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 16.4% were from 25 to 44; 32.9% were from 45 to 64; and 24.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 51.2% male and 48.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 175 people, 68 households, and 51 families residing in the village. The population density was 706.8 PD/sqmi. There were 85 housing units at an average density of 343.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 94.86% White, 5.14% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 10.29% of the population.

There were 68 households, out of which 29.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.1% were married couples living together, 4.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.0% were non-families. 22.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 28.0% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 21.1% from 25 to 44, 33.7% from 45 to 64, and 11.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.8 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $24,444, and the median income for a family was $29,688. Males had a median income of $23,125 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the village was $12,281. About 15.7% of families and 21.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 30.2% of those under the age of eighteen and 8.0% of those 65 or over.

title: Venango, Nebraska


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Atlanta, Nebraska

Atlanta is a village in Phelps County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 131 at the 2010 Census. During World War II, the town was neighbored by Camp Atlanta, which housed more than 3,000 Nazi German prisoners of war over three years. The camp was said to house more prisoners during the war than the town had in population during its entire existence.

History
Atlanta was laid out in 1883 when the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad was extended to that point. It was likely named after Atlanta, Georgia.

In the first part of the 20th century, Atlanta was home to several amenities for neighboring farmers. They included a grocery store, post office, cafe, and a tourist shop for drivers on U.S. Route 6, as well as corn and grain elevators and two gas stations. Chataqua groups entertained at the town hall, with annual events such as the Atlanta Institute, which was an annual fair. There were also free outdoor "picture shows", and the Atlanta Industry Day Picnic. The Atlanta schoolhouse had eight grades. At the beginning of World War II, there was one street, approximately two blocks long, with only a few business buildings drooping and dwindling along its edges.

Camp Atlanta
During World War II, Camp Atlanta was established next to the town as an Allied prisoner-of-war camp for German P.O.W.s. The Atlanta area had been the final choice of the U.S. Army to establish a $2 million P.O.W. camp after the outbreak of World War II. When construction began in September 1943 people were told this would be a "Conchie Camp" for the conscientious objectors from the United States. By November it became known by locals that Atlanta would be a prisoner-of-war camp expected to guard German prisoners. There were approximately 275 enlisted men and 60 officers.

Soldiers were hired out to local farms to help retrieve the increased crop production demanded by the war. More than 30 local farmers sought assistance, paying the government for work completed by the P.O.W.s. Soon after the first of the year in 1946, some soldiers returned to live in Atlanta, and at least two of the Germans applied for U.S. citizenship and returned as well.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.23 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 131 people, 52 households, and 39 families residing in the village. The population density was 569.6 PD/sqmi. There were 60 housing units at an average density of 260.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.2% White and 0.8% Native American.

There were 52 households, of which 44.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.7% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 25.0% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 2.97.

The median age in the village was 38.5 years. 29.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 1.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29.7% were from 25 to 44; 33.6% were from 45 to 64; and 5.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 47.3% male and 52.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 130 people, 53 households, and 34 families residing in the village. The population density was 563.4 PD/sqmi. There were 56 housing units at an average density of 242.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.46% White and 1.54% Native American.

There were 53 households, out of which 34.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.6% were married couples living together, 5.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.8% were non-families. 28.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 33.1% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 8.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.9 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $32,708, and the median income for a family was $36,875. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $14,821 for females. The per capita income for the village was $14,469. There were 12.1% of families and 9.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including 25.0% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Notable people

 * Warren Keith Urbom, United States District Court Judge, was born in Atlanta.

title: Atlanta, Nebraska


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Bertrand, Nebraska

Bertrand is a village in Phelps County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 750 at the 2010 census.

History
Bertrand was established in 1884 when the railroad was extended to that point. It was named for a railroad official. Bertrand was incorporated as a village in 1885.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.55 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 750 people, 314 households, and 203 families residing in the village. The population density was 1363.6 PD/sqmi. There were 347 housing units at an average density of 630.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.7% White, 0.5% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.9% of the population.

There were 314 households, of which 28.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.0% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.4% were non-families. 33.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.98.

The median age in the village was 46.9 years. 24.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.1% were from 25 to 44; 31.5% were from 45 to 64; and 21.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 49.5% male and 50.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 786 people, 307 households, and 201 families residing in the village. The population density was 1,391.7 PD/sqmi. There were 334 housing units at an average density of 591.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.85% White, 0.13% African American, 0.38% Native American, 0.25% Asian, 0.38% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.76% of the population.

There were 307 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.3% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.5% were non-families. 30.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.07.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 25.3% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 22.9% from 45 to 64, and 21.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.5 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $34,167, and the median income for a family was $44,205. Males had a median income of $28,646 versus $22,083 for females. The per capita income for the village was $16,933. About 2.0% of families and 3.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 13.0% of those age 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Charles L. Littel, educator who founded several colleges
 * Ben H. Williams, American labor leader known for his work in the Industrial Workers of the World and as editor of Solidarity.
 * Karen Dahlgren Schonewise, Pioneer in the sport of volleyball, with collegiate and professional achievements as a player and coach.

title: Bertrand, Nebraska


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Funk, Nebraska

Funk is a village in Phelps County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 194 at the 2010 census.

History
Funk was platted in 1887 on the railroad. It was named for Phillip C. Funk, an early settler. Funk was incorporated as a village in 1913.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.26 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 194 people, 79 households, and 54 families living in the village. The population density was 746.2 PD/sqmi. There were 85 housing units at an average density of 326.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 95.9% White, 0.5% Native American, 0.5% from other races, and 3.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5%.

Of the 79 households 29.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.5% were married couples living together, 7.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.6% were non-families. 29.1% of households were one person and 15.2% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.02.

The median age in the village was 45.6 years. 26.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 17% were from 25 to 44; 33% were from 45 to 64; and 18.6% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the village was 50.5% male and 49.5% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 204 people, 77 households, and 65 families living in the village. The population density was 769.7 PD/sqmi. There were 82 housing units at an average density of 309.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.04% White, 0.49% Asian, 0.98% from other races, and 0.49% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.47%.

Of the 77 households 37.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.0% were married couples living together, 10.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 14.3% were non-families. 14.3% of households were one person and 7.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.65 and the average family size was 2.92.

The age distribution was 29.9% under the age of 18, 3.9% from 18 to 24, 22.5% from 25 to 44, 25.0% from 45 to 64, and 18.6% 65 or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.2 males.

The median household income was $36,250, and the median family income was $43,333. Males had a median income of $22,292 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the village was $15,658. About 7.1% of families and 15.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 32.7% of those under the age of eighteen and 4.3% of those sixty five or over.

Notable people

 * John Robert Brown, one of the “Fifth Circuit Four” pivotal in the 1960s black civil rights movement, was born in Funk.

title: Funk, Nebraska


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Holdrege, Nebraska

Holdrege is a city in Phelps County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 5,495 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Phelps County. The Nebraska Prairie Museum is located in Holdrege.

History
Holdrege was established in 1883 when the railroad was extended to that point. It was named for George W. Holdrege, a railroad official. Holdrege was designated county seat in 1884.

Holdrege was settled primarily by immigrants from Sweden in the 1880s and was named after George W. Holdrege, general manager of the Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy Railroad Company. He constructed most of the line's mileage in Nebraska, including a section through this small settlement in Phelps County. On December 10, 1883, the first train arrived in Holdrege, a little pioneer town inhabited by 200 people.

In 1884, a campaign was started to move the county seat from Phelps Center to Holdrege, and an election was scheduled for October. By that time, the town had acquired a block of ground on which to erect a courthouse. With calm assurance of victory at the polls, Holdrege laid the cornerstone of the building intended to be the Phelps County Courthouse. At the special election, Holdrege received a majority of the votes but the legality of the election was questioned. So citizens of Holdrege went to Phelps Center, picked up the official records and books and hid them for two months pending the arrival of new county officials who would take over on January 1, 1885. Holdrege succeeded in becoming the county seat and the courthouse was completed.

Holdrege was incorporated on February 14, 1884, and quickly became the metropolis of the county, being well located with good roads from all directions. The early history of the town was one of ups and downs—good crops one year then drought and no crops at all for several years. In 1910, C. W. McConaughy, a Holdrege grain dealer, began crusading for use of the Platte River to supplement subsoil moisture for farmlands in the area. His dream became reality when Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District began its power production and irrigation operations and water flowed into Phelps County for irrigation in 1941.

A large increase in the population of Holdrege in the immediate post-war years was due mostly to irrigation. With irrigation came both stable and increased crop production, which brought a pipeline company, grain elevators, and agriculture-related businesses to town. The city was declared a first-class city on May 4, 1967.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.87 sqmi, of which 3.86 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 5,515 people, 2,438 households, and 1,370 families in Holdrege. The population density was 1,303.8 per square mile (503.7/km$2$). There were 2,560 housing units at an average density of 605.2 per square mile (233.8/km$2$). The racial makeup was 92.09% (5,079) white, 0.45% (25) black or African-American, 0.34% (19) Native American, 0.34% (19) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander, 2.09% (115) from other races, and 4.68% (258) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 8.0% (468) of the population.

Of the 2,438 households, 24.8% had children under the age of 18; 47.2% were married couples living together; 22.7% had a female householder with no husband present. 33.7% of households consisted of individuals and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.1 and the average family size was 2.8.

21.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 24.3% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40.4 years. For every 100 females, the population had 92.7 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 93.4 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $53,241 (with a margin of error of +/- $6,868) and the median family income $72,500 (+/- $8,145). Males had a median income of $42,031 (+/- $2,653) versus $27,450 (+/- $3,404) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $34,981 (+/- $3,807). Approximately, 10.2% of families and 15.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.1% of those under the age of 18 and 8.0% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 5,495 people, 2,351 households, and 1,496 families living in the city. The population density was 1423.6 PD/sqmi. There were 2,589 housing units at an average density of 670.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.7% White, 0.1% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 1.5% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.7% of the population.

There were 2,351 households, of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.1% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.4% were non-families. 32.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.87.

The median age in the city was 42.4 years. 23.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.3% were from 25 to 44; 28% were from 45 to 64; and 19.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.5% male and 51.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 5,636 people, 2,355 households, and 1,544 families living in the city. The population density was 1,498.5 PD/sqmi. There were 2,602 housing units at an average density of 691.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.29% White, 0.14% African American, 0.34% Native American, 0.25% Asian, 1.03% from other races, and 0.96% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.11% of the population.

There were 2,355 households, out of which 30.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.3% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.4% were non-families. 30.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.5% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 23.9% from 45 to 64, and 18.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $36,225, and the median income for a family was $44,939. Males had a median income of $29,288 versus $22,281 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,569. About 5.7% of families and 8.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.5% of those under age 18 and 7.5% of those age 65 or over.

Attractions
Holdrege is home of the Nebraska Prairie Museum.

Transportation
US 183 passes south to north through the city, while US 6/34 traverses it west to east. A bus system is operated by the Phelps County Senior Center. Amtrak, the national passenger rail system, provides daily service through Holdrege, operating its California Zephyr daily in both directions between Chicago and Emeryville, California, across the bay from San Francisco.

Notable people

 * Tom Carlson, member of the Nebraska Legislature
 * Mark R. Christensen, member of the Nebraska Legislature
 * Joseph P. Cleland, U.S. Army major general Recipient of the Soldier's Medal
 * Ralph D. Cornell, landscape architect
 * Barbara Granlund, member of the Washington House of Representatives and Washington State Senate
 * Jerry Johnson, member of the Nebraska Legislature
 * DiAnna Schimek, member of the Nebraska Legislature
 * Harry Schmidt, U.S. Marine Corps general, commanding general during the Mariana Islands Campaign

title: Holdrege, Nebraska