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Brewster, Nebraska

Brewster is a village in and the county seat of Blaine County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 12 at the 2020 census.

History
The town was laid out in 1884 by George Washington Brewster who had homesteaded the land there. It was named for one of his ancestors, William Brewster, who had arrived in America on the Mayflower. The community was named the county seat in 1887 after George Washington Brewster offered to build the required buildings. According to town lore, Brewster had expected the state capitol to be located in the community because of its central location.

In 1887 the outlaw D.C."Doc" Middleton opened a saloon in the community.

Brewster almost became a railhead, when the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad graded a line from Sargent in 1897. The line would have had an intermediate station at Moulton.

Following the 2010 census Brewster became the smallest incorporated county seat in the United States replacing Amidon, North Dakota for the title. Amidon had 26 people in 2000 and Brewster had 29. In the 2010 census Brewster had 17 while Amidon had 20.

There are two other unincorporated county seats in the same range -- Mentone, Texas (population 19), the county seat of Loving County and Gann Valley, South Dakota (population 14), the county seat of Buffalo County, South Dakota.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 17 people, 8 households, and 6 families residing in the village. The population density was 188.9 PD/sqmi. There were 21 housing units at an average density of 233.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.0% White.

There were 8 households, of which 12.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.0% were married couples living together, and 25.0% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.13 and the average family size was 2.50.

The median age in the village was 61.8 years. 17.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 0.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 5.9% were from 25 to 44; 35.3% were from 45 to 64; and 41.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 58.8% male and 41.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 29 people, 12 households, and 9 families residing in the village. The population density was 333.8 PD/sqmi. There were 20 housing units at an average density of 230.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.00% White.

There were 12 households, out of which 16.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.0% were married couples living together, and 16.7% were non-families. 16.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.70.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 24.1% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 20.7% from 25 to 44, 37.9% from 45 to 64, and 10.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 81.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $51,250. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $28,750 for females. The per capita income for the village was $12,840. There were 33.3% of families and 20.0% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.09 sqmi, all land.

Climate
Brewster has a humid continental climate (Köppen Dfa/Dfb) with summers featuring hot afternoons, comfortable mornings, and occasional heavy rain, and winters that are generally freezing but vary from mild with chinook winds to frigid Arctic conditions.

Notable person

 * Milly Bernard - Member of the Utah House of Representatives from 1966 to 1976.
 * Finn Sawyer (fictional character) from the Disney series Bunk'd, was stated to come from Brewster, according to the season three episode, "We Can't Bear It!".

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Dunning, Nebraska

Dunning is the most populous village in Blaine County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 80 at the 2020 census.

History
Dunning was a station on the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad.

Geography
Dunning is situated at the confluence of the Middle Loup River (to the north) and the Dismal River (to the south).

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 103 people, 44 households, and 29 families residing in the village. The population density was 447.8 PD/sqmi. There were 67 housing units at an average density of 291.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.0% White and 1.0% African American.

There were 44 households, of which 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.8% were married couples living together, 2.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.1% were non-families. 34.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.90.

The median age in the village was 40.8 years. 26.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.4% were from 25 to 44; 30.2% were from 45 to 64; and 16.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 52.4% male and 47.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 109 people, 53 households, and 31 families residing in the village. The population density was 480.0 PD/sqmi. There were 70 housing units at an average density of 308.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.08% White and 0.92% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.92% of the population.

There were 53 households, out of which 26.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.3% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.5% were non-families. 39.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.06 and the average family size was 2.71.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 18, 4.6% from 18 to 24, 23.9% from 25 to 44, 29.4% from 45 to 64, and 18.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.6 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $28,500, and the median income for a family was $30,833. Males had a median income of $21,719 versus $19,583 for females. The per capita income for the village was $13,725. There were 5.6% of families and 6.1% of the population living below the poverty line, including 3.8% of under eighteens and 9.1% of those over 64.

Education
Sandhills Public Schools operates area public schools.

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Albion, Nebraska

Albion is a city in and the county seat of Boone County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 1,650 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.99 sqmi, all land.

History
After several weeks of discussion, the name "Albion" was chosen in a game of euchre. Two men played for the name "Albion" and two played for the name "Manchester." The town was platted as "Albion" in 1872 by Loran Clark. The name is a transfer from Albion, Michigan. It was designated county seat in 1873.

Climate
Albion has a humid continental climate (Köppen Dwa), with cold, dry winters and hot summers. Precipitation is highest in the late spring and summer months, with an annual average of 25.7 in.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,650 people, 747 households, and 443 families living in the city. The population density was 1666.7 PD/sqmi. There were 822 housing units at an average density of 830.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.4% White, 0.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.2% from other races, and 0.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 747 households, of which 24.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.9% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.7% were non-families. 37.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.13 and the average family size was 2.80.

The median age in the city was 47.9 years. 21.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.5% were from 25 to 44; 25.1% were from 45 to 64; and 28.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.2% male and 53.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,797 people, 754 households, and 465 families living in the city. The population density was 2,252.0 PD/sqmi. There were 835 housing units at an average density of 1,046.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.11% White, 0.06% Native American, 0.06% Pacific Islander, 0.33% from other races, and 0.45% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.95% of the population.

There were 754 households, out of which 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.8% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.3% were non-families. 35.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.8% 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 3.01.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.0% under the age of 18, 5.4% from 18 to 24, 21.9% from 25 to 44, 20.7% from 45 to 64, and 26.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.8 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 $31,111, and the median income for a family was $42,105. Males had a median income of $27,227 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,875. About 5.3% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.0% of those under age 18 and 7.5% of those age 65 or over. The town ranks 117th of 537 Nebraska locations ranked per capita.

Notable people

 * Historian Viola Florence Barnes
 * Major League Baseball pitcher Al Mahon
 * Former United States Secretary of the Navy Francis P. Matthews
 * Nebraska politician William A. Poynter

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Cedar Rapids, Nebraska

Cedar Rapids is a village in Boone County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 382 at the 2010 census.

History
Cedar Rapids got its start when the Burlington Railroad was extended to that point. The town site was platted in 1879. It was named from the whitewater on the Cedar River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.36 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 382 people, 171 households, and 103 families residing in the village. The population density was 1061.1 PD/sqmi. There were 201 housing units at an average density of 558.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.9% White, 1.8% African American, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.5% of the population.

There were 171 households, of which 26.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.8% were married couples living together, 7.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.8% were non-families. 38.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.3% 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 2.94.

The median age in the village was 43.1 years. 23% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22% were from 25 to 44; 23.8% were from 45 to 64; and 22% 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 407 people, 179 households, and 107 families residing in the village. The population density was 1,136.5 PD/sqmi. There were 199 housing units at an average density of 555.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.75% White, 0.25% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.98% of the population.

There were 179 households, out of which 27.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.4% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.7% were non-families. 39.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.0% 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 3.06.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 28.0% under the age of 18, 4.7% from 18 to 24, 22.9% from 25 to 44, 21.4% from 45 to 64, and 23.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.0 males.

As of 2000, the median income for a household in the village was $28,333, and the median income for a family was $32,708. Males had a median income of $26,705 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the village was $15,138. About 10.8% of families and 14.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.0% of those under age 18 and 13.0% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Carol Moseke, Olympic discus thrower
 * Kate Sullivan, Nebraska legislator

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Petersburg, Nebraska

Petersburg is a village in Boone County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 333 at the 2010 census. Petersburg is the site of a memorial to Logan Fontenelle, an Omaha chief who was killed nearby, in a skirmish with Brulé and Arapaho in 1855, at the site of the present-day Olson Nature Preserve.

History
Petersburg was platted in 1887 when the railroad was extended to that point. The community was named for John Peters, the original owner of the town site.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.37 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 333 people, 145 households, and 94 families residing in the village. The population density was 900.0 PD/sqmi. There were 168 housing units at an average density of 454.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.8% White and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 145 households, of which 24.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.6% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.2% were non-families. 33.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20% 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 2.94.

The median age in the village was 46.2 years. 22.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.9% were from 25 to 44; 27.6% were from 45 to 64; and 23.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 49.2% male and 50.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 374 people, 165 households, and 102 families residing in the village. The population density was 1,013.5 PD/sqmi. There were 183 housing units at an average density of 495.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.59% White, 1.87% from other races, and 0.53% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.87% of the population.

There were 165 households, out of which 28.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.5% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.6% were non-families. 37.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 26.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.97.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 27.3% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 19.3% from 25 to 44, 20.3% from 45 to 64, and 28.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.9 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $29,688, and the median income for a family was $39,792. Males had a median income of $29,375 versus $21,964 for females. The per capita income for the village was $17,312. About 3.8% of families and 8.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.8% of those under age 18 and 17.1% of those age 65 or over.

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Primrose, Nebraska

Primrose is a village in Boone County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 61 at the 2010 census.

History
Primrose was platted in 1902 when the railroad was extended to that point, although a small Irish settlement had existed there for some time. An earlier variant name was "Dublin". The present name is after David Primrose, the original owner of the town site.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.28 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 61 people, 29 households, and 17 families residing in the village. The population density was 217.9 PD/sqmi. There were 39 housing units at an average density of 139.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.7% White and 3.3% from two or more races.

There were 29 households, of which 24.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.3% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.4% were non-families. 41.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.10 and the average family size was 2.82.

The median age in the village was 39.6 years. 24.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.9% were from 25 to 44; 27.9% were from 45 to 64; and 16.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 57.4% male and 42.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 69 people, 31 households, and 19 families residing in the village. The population density was 248.0 /mi2. There were 36 housing units at an average density of 129.4 /mi2. The racial makeup of the village was 97.10% White, and 2.90% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.45% of the population.

There were 31 households, out of which 25.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.4% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.7% were non-families. 32.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.6% 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 2.79.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 20.3% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 27.5% from 25 to 44, 15.9% from 45 to 64, and 29.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 72.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.7 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $28,750, and the median income for a family was $40,000. Males had a median income of $27,083 versus $18,438 for females. The per capita income for the village was $12,831. There were 12.5% of families and 14.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 33.3% of those over 64.

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St. Edward, Nebraska

St. Edward or Saint Edward is a city in Boone County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 725 at the 2020 census.

History
St. Edward was founded in 1871. An early variant name was "Waterville". A post office called Waterville was established in 1874, and the name was changed to Saint Edward in 1877. The present name honors Edward Sorin, C.S.C., a Roman Catholic priest.

Geography
St. Edward is located at 41.57139°N, -97.86139°W (41.571350, -97.861282).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.66 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 705 people, 292 households, and 181 families residing in the city. The population density was 1068.2 PD/sqmi. There were 337 housing units at an average density of 510.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.6% White, 1.4% African American, 0.1% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 1.4% of the population.

There were 292 households, of which 28.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.0% were non-families. 34.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.93.

The median age in the city was 46.3 years. 22.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 17.6% were from 25 to 44; 26.7% were from 45 to 64; and 24.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.5% male and 52.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 796 people, 315 households, and 206 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,214.8 PD/sqmi. There were 359 housing units at an average density of 547.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.12% White, 0.38% African American, 0.13% Native American, and 0.38% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 1.01% of the population.

There were 315 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.3% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.6% were non-families. 32.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.7% 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 3.03.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.6% under the age of 18, 4.6% from 18 to 24, 22.0% from 25 to 44, 20.7% from 45 to 64, and 26.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,212, and the median income for a family was $33,750. Males had a median income of $28,500 versus $17,891 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,973. About 13.6% of families and 15.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.9% of those under age 18 and 20.8% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Cletus Fischer, former National Football League (NFL) and University of Nebraska Cornhuskers player.
 * Pat Fischer, former National Football League (NFL) and University of Nebraska Cornhuskers player.
 * W. Ward Reynoldson, Chief Justice of the Iowa Supreme Court, was born in St. Edward.
 * Scott Shanle, former National Football League (NFL) and University of Nebraska Cornhuskers player.

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Alliance, Nebraska

Alliance is a city and the county seat of Box Butte County, in the western part of the state of Nebraska, in the Great Plains region of the United States. Its population was 8,151 at the 2020 census.

Alliance is home to Carhenge, a replica of Stonehenge constructed with automobiles, which is located north of the city. It is also the location of Alliance Municipal Airport, the least-used airport in the mainland United States.

History
The town was originally named Grand Lake. When the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad came to Grand Lake in 1888, the railroad superintendent, G.W. Holdrege, wanted to change it to a simple one-word name closer to the beginning of the alphabet, which he thought would be better for business. The U.S. Post Office gave Holdrege permission, and he picked "Alliance" for the new name of the town. Alliance was incorporated as a city in 1891.

The Alliance Army Airfield was established in 1942. Construction was completed in August 1943 and the Army Air Corps used the facility as a training base until the end of World War II. The facility was transferred from the federal government to the City of Alliance in 1953 and is currently in use as the Alliance Municipal Airport.

In the Lakota language, Alliance is known as čhasmú okáȟmi, meaning "Sand River Bend".

Geography
Alliance is located at the western edge of Nebraska's Sand Hills. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.73 sqmi, of which 4.72 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Climate
Located in the High Plains, Alliance's climate is rather typical of the surrounding region. Under the Köppen climate classification, the town features a BSk climate, commonly described as a "Cold Steppe", with winters just below the -3 °C threshold needed to be classified as a Continental climate, if it had enough precipitation to not be arid or semi-arid.

The all-time record high for Alliance is 110 °F, set in 1983, and the all-time record low is -42 °F, set in 1989. Precipitation is significantly higher in summer than in winter, with the wettest month being June, and the driest month being January.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 8,151 people, 3,445 households, and 2,173 families in Alliance. The population density was 1,666.9 per square mile (642.8/km$2$). There were 4,036 housing units at an average density of 825.4 per square mile (318.3/km$2$). The racial makeup was 80.75% (6,582) white, 0.76% (62) black or African-American, 4.17% (340) Native American, 0.82% (67) Asian, 0.06% (5) Pacific Islander, 4.72% (385) from other races, and 8.71% (710) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 15.0% (1,286) of the population.

Of the 3,445 households, 29.9% had children under the age of 18; 49.7% were married couples living together; 24.7% had a female householder with no husband present. 33.8% of households consisted of individuals and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.3 and the average family size was 2.9.

25.9% of the population was under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 24.5% from 45 to 64, and 16.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38.4 years. For every 100 females, the population had 102.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 95.3 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $57,898 (with a margin of error of +/- $14,867) and the median family income $83,969 (+/- $16,048). Males had a median income of $42,001 (+/- $8,679) versus $26,975 (+/- $5,462) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $34,457 (+/- $4,215). Approximately, 9.6% of families and 13.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.4% of those under the age of 18 and 13.1% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 8,491 people, 3,559 households, and 2,276 families living in the city. The population density was 1798.9 PD/sqmi. There were 4,075 housing units at an average density of 863.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 87.5% White, 0.5% African American, 4.6% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 4.2% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 12.3% of the population.

There were 3,559 households, of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.3% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.0% were non-families. 32.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.96.

The median age in the city was 39.8 years. 25.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.2% were from 25 to 44; 29.2% were from 45 to 64; and 14.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.4% male and 51.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 8,959 people, 3,565 households, and 2,392 families living in the city. The population density was 1,879.1 PD/sqmi. There were 4,062 housing units at an average density of 852.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.09% White, 0.49% African American, 3.40% Native American, 0.60% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 4.31% from other races, and 2.09% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.94% of the population.

There were 3,565 households, out of which 36.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.8% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.9% were non-families. 29.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% 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 3.06.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.1% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 27.1% from 25 to 44, 22.4% from 45 to 64, and 14.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.8 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $39,408, and the median income for a family was $47,766. Males had a median income of $39,122 versus $22,561 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,584. About 10.6% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.1% of those under age 18 and 9.9% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Alliance Public Schools operates five schools: Early Childhood Center (birth to age 5), Emerson Elementary (kindergarten through grade 2), Grandview Elementary (grades 3–5), Alliance Middle School (grades 6–8), and Alliance High School (grades 9–12).

St. Agnes Academy is the local parochial school, in association with Holy Rosary and St. Bridget Catholic Churches. St. Agnes is located within a historic building designed by noted architect William L. Steele.

Airport
Alliance is served by the Alliance Municipal Airport, three miles southeast of the city, which it owns. In the 12 months ending in January 2021, the airport received 2,882 passengers, or an average of just 8 per day, making it the least-used airport in the mainland United States.

Railway
The BNSF railway line from the northern exit of the Powder River Basin, one of the largest coal-mining areas of the world, to Alliance and the eastern United States, sees a rather large number of coal trains every day, to power plants in the Midwest and South. In the southern areas of Alliance there is a large train yard which hosts many of these coal trains.

Tourism
Among the city's attractions is Carhenge, an assemblage of thirty-eight vehicles built in the model of Stonehenge by Jim Reinders and thirty-five family members in the summer of 1987. The sculpture was constructed on the farm of Reinders's late father just north of Alliance. Other works have been built in the surrounding area of the sculpture.

Additionally, during August 2017, a total solar eclipse moved directly over the city, making it one of the best cities in Nebraska to see it, along with Grand Island and Falls City.

Notable people

 * Jimmy Abegg, visual artist, member of Rich Mullins' A Ragamuffin Band and Vector
 * Moon Bloodgood, actress/model, born in Alliance
 * David Bunnell, publisher, writer
 * Helen Duhamel, businesswoman and broadcaster, attended St. Agnes Academy in Alliance
 * James Emanuel, poet and critic
 * Jordan Hooper, basketball player for WNBA's Chicago Sky; born in Alliance
 * LeRoy J. Louden, Nebraska legislator
 * Luke Redfield, singer/songwriter, spent a portion of his youth in Alliance
 * Peary Rader, American bodybuilder and magazine publisher from Nebraska. He was the founding publisher of Iron Man from 1936 to 1986. Died in Alliance.
 * Tony Wilbrand, American basketball player

In fiction
The second half of Ann Patchett's 1997 novel The Magician's Assistant is set entirely in Alliance.

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Hemingford, Nebraska

Hemingford is a village in Box Butte County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 803 at the 2010 census.

History
Hemingford was incorporated as a village in 1886. The founder being a native of Hemmingford, Quebec, caused the name to be selected.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.68 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 803 people, 335 households, and 220 families residing in the village. The population density was 1180.9 PD/sqmi. There were 418 housing units at an average density of 614.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.1% White, 0.4% African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.1% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.6% of the population.

There were 335 households, of which 31.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.1% were married couples living together, 11.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.3% were non-families. 31.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 2.91.

The median age in the village was 42.2 years. 26.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.1% were from 25 to 44; 31.1% were from 45 to 64; and 15.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 48.4% male and 51.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 993 people, 373 households, and 258 families residing in the village. The population density was 1,530.4 PD/sqmi. There were 438 housing units at an average density of 675.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 93.15% White, 1.01% Native American, 3.32% from other races, and 2.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.85% of the population.

There were 373 households, out of which 38.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.3% were married couples living together, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.6% were non-families. 28.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.18.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 30.5% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 25.9% from 25 to 44, 20.6% from 45 to 64, and 15.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.1 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $35,982, and the median income for a family was $44,167. Males had a median income of $32,159 versus $20,500 for females. The per capita income for the village was $14,944. About 8.8% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.9% of those under age 18 and 16.4% of those age 65 or over.

Disasters
The was a guyed TV mast constructed near Hemingford in 1969 for TV transmitting, at 42.1725°N, -103.23306°W.

The tower collapsed on September 24, 2002, during reconstruction work. Two tower workers, Lawrence A. Sukalec, 59, of Valier, Illinois, and Daniel E. Goff, 25, of Sesser, Illinois, were killed in the process, and three were injured on the ground. The collapse occurred as strengthening measures were being taken so the 30+ year-old tower could accommodate the added weight of digital television transmission facilities. Investigations later found that the contractors neglected to stabilize the tower while original structural components were being replaced with stronger ones.

KDUH resumed full-power broadcasts one year later from a new tower near Angora.

In popular culture
Author Stephen King adapted Hemingford's name for the fictional town of Hemingford Home, Nebraska, which appears in several of his works.

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Anoka, Nebraska

Anoka is a village in Boyd County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 10 at the 2020 census up from 6 in 2010.

History
Anoka was laid out in 1902. The village was named after Anoka, Minnesota.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.56 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 6 people, 3 households, and 1 family residing in the village. The population density was 10.7 PD/sqmi. There were 6 housing units at an average density of 10.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.0% White.

There were 3 households, of which 33.3% were married couples living together and 66.7% were non-families. 66.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 66.7% 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 3.00.

The median age in the village was 52.5 years. 0.0% of residents were under the age of 18; 33.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 0.0% were from 25 to 44; 33.3% were from 45 to 64; and 33.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 10 people, 3 households, and 3 families residing in the village. The population density was 17.7 PD/sqmi. There were 3 housing units at an average density of 5.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.00% White.

There were 3 households, out of which 66.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 100.0% were married couples living together, and 0.0% were non-families. No households were made up of individuals, and none had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.33 and the average family size was 3.33.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 20.0% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 20.0% from 25 to 44, 30.0% from 45 to 64, and 20.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females there were 66.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $16,250, and the median income for a family was $16,250. Males had a median income of $0 versus $0 for females. The per capita income for the village was $7,625. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

Education
Anoka is in Boyd County Schools, established in June 2017.

Anoka was formerly in West Boyd Public Schools, which was established in a merger in July 2007.

Notable person

 * William E. Forbes, regent of the University of California.

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Bristow, Nebraska

Bristow is a village in Boyd County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 70 at the 2020 census, up from 65 in 2010.

History
Bristow was laid out as a town in 1902 when the railroad was extended to that point. It was named for Benjamin Bristow, United States Secretary of the Treasury during the Presidency of Ulysses S. Grant.

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 65 people, 37 households, and 19 families residing in the village. The population density was 406.3 PD/sqmi. There were 56 housing units at an average density of 350.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.0% White.

There were 37 households, of which 8.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.6% were married couples living together, 2.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 48.6% were non-families. 45.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 27% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.76 and the average family size was 2.42.

The median age in the village was 63.5 years. 4.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 9.2% were from 25 to 44; 41.6% were from 45 to 64; and 40% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 55.4% male and 44.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 88 people, 40 households, and 26 families residing in the village. The population density was 506.4 PD/sqmi. There were 53 housing units at an average density of 305.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 95.45% White, 3.41% Native American, and 1.14% from two or more races.

There were 40 households, out of which 27.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.5% were married couples living together, 2.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.0% were non-families. 35.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 2.81.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 19.3% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 20.5% from 25 to 44, 26.1% from 45 to 64, and 26.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females there were 131.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 129.0 males.

As of 2000, the median income for a household in the village was $28,125, and the median income for a family was $33,438. Males had a median income of $18,125 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the village was $11,737. There were 7.4% of families and 10.1% of the population living below the poverty line, including 20.0% of under eighteens and 12.5% of those over 64.

Education
The area is within Boyd County Public Schools. The area was previously within the Lynch Public Schools district in Lynch. The Lynch district consolidated into the Boyd County district in June 2017.

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Butte, Nebraska

Butte is a village in, and the county seat of, Boyd County, Nebraska, United States. Its population was 286 according to the 2020 census, down from 326 in 2010.

History
Butte was named from the small hills, or buttes, near the town site.

The Central Interstate Low Level Radioactive Waste Compact and US Ecology purchased land two miles west of Butte in the early 1990s. The land was to become the site of the compact's dump; however, following extensive controversy, the dump was eventually removed from consideration. Nebraska was officially removed from the compact after a series of long court battles that ended in 2004. The state of Nebraska had to pay a settlement and there have been attempts made to sell the compact's land just outside Butte.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.42 sqmi, all land.

Climate
This climatic region is typified by large seasonal temperature differences, with warm to hot (and often humid) summers and cold (sometimes severely cold) winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Butte has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfa" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 326 people, 144 households, and 83 families residing in the village. The population density was 776.2 PD/sqmi. There were 192 housing units at an average density of 457.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.0% White, 1.2% Native American, 2.5% Asian, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.

There were 144 households, of which 18.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.1% were married couples living together, 3.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.4% were non-families. 39.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.08 and the average family size was 2.73.

The median age in the village was 51.8 years. 16.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 16.6% were from 25 to 44; 30.1% were from 45 to 64; and 29.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 47.2% male and 52.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 366 people, 152 households, and 81 families residing in the village. The population density was 867.6 PD/sqmi. There were 199 housing units at an average density of 471.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.91% White, 0.82% Native American, and 0.27% from two or more races.

There were 152 households, out of which 23.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.7% were married couples living together, 2.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 46.7% were non-families. 44.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 30.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.11 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 19.9% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 18.9% from 25 to 44, 19.9% from 45 to 64, and 35.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 49 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 77.6 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $20,417, and the median income for a family was $35,893. Males had a median income of $23,125 versus $18,036 for females. The per capita income for the village was $14,453. About 8.2% of families and 13.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.8% of those under age 18 and 11.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
It is in Boyd County Public Schools, established in June 2017. It was previously in West Boyd Schools, which was established in a merger in July 2007.

Notable people

 * George Wagner, an American professional wrestler known as Gorgeous George, was born in Butte in 1915.
 * Tim Walz, 41st Governor of Minnesota, and former U.S. Representative from Minnesota's First District, graduated from Butte High School in 1982.

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Gross, Nebraska

Gross is a village in Boyd County, Nebraska, United States. As of the 2020 census, the village had a total population of 3. In the 2000 United States Census, it was one of only eight places with a population of five people. The others were Storrie, California; Bear Head Lake, Minnesota; Baker, Missouri; Odell, New Hampshire; Maza, North Dakota; Somerset, Vermont, and Prudhoe Bay, Alaska.

History
Gross was founded in 1893. It was named for Ben Gross, who kept a general store.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.13 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2 people, 1 household, and 1 family residing in the village. The population density was 15.4 PD/sqmi. There were 4 housing units at an average density of 30.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 100.0% White.

There was 1 household of which 100.0% were married couples living together. 0.0% of households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 2.00 and the average family size was 2.00.

The median age in the village was 49 years. 0.0% of residents were under the age of 18; 0.0% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 0.0% were from 25 to 44; 100% were from 45 to 64; and 0.0% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the village was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 5 people, 1 household, and 1 family residing in the village. The population density was 38.3 PD/sqmi. There was 1 housing unit at an average density of 7.7 per square mile (3.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the village was 100.00% White.

There was 1 household, of which 100.0% were married couple living together, with children under the age of 18 living with them. Consequently, the average household size and the average family size was 5.00.

The age distribution was 20.0% under 18, 40.0% from 18 to 24, 20.0% from 25 to 44, 20.0% from 45 to 64, and 0.0% over 64 years of age. The median age was 22 years. For every 100 females there were 150.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

CNN profile
The town was the subject of a profile on CNN in November 2018 when, to mark that year's Thanksgiving, Gross' two inhabitants hosted a family reunion that briefly swelled its population to 20.

Education
Gross is in Boyd County Schools, established in June 2017.

Gross was formerly in West Boyd Public Schools, which was established in a merger in July 2007.

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Lynch, Nebraska

Lynch is a village in Boyd County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 194 at the 2020 census, down from 245 in 2010. Lynch is located in northern Nebraska, between the Missouri and Niobrara rivers.

History
Lynch was incorporated as a village in 1892. It was named for John Lynch, a pioneer settler.

Thirty of the one hundred homes in Lynch were destroyed by flooding in 2019.

Government
Lynch, Nebraska has a mayor-council government. It holds meetings at the Village Office on the second Monday of each month. There are four trustees, one chairperson, a clerk, and a treasurer.

Fire department
The Lynch Volunteer Fire Department (LVFD), is made up of 20-25 volunteers. It provides fire protection for the town and surrounding areas as part of a mutual aid agreement.

Law enforcement
There is only one hired full-time Police Officer who is also a part-time Boyd County officer.

Junefest
Junefest is held on the third weekend of June for adults and children. There are alumni banquet activities, a parade, a walk or run, and games at the city park.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.53 sqmi, all land.

Climate
This climatic region is typified by large seasonal temperature differences, with warm to hot (and often humid) summers and cold (sometimes severely cold) winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Lynch has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
As of the 2020 census, there was a population of 194 and 144 households. The population density was 462.3 PD/sqmi. There were 190 housing units at an average density of 337.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99% White. Only two of all the residents are of any race.

22% of the village has a Bachelor's Degree education or higher, and the village has a 57% employment rate. 13% of the residents in the village do not have health care coverage. The Median Household income is $38,250.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 269 people, 131 households, and 78 families residing in the village. The population density was 476.2 PD/sqmi. There were 177 housing units at an average density of 313.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.28% White, 1.86% Native American, 0.37% Asian, and 1.49% from two or more races.

There were 131 households, out of which 18.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.7% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.7% were non-families. 38.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.05 and the average family size was 2.63.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 21.2% under the age of 18, 3.3% from 18 to 24, 15.6% from 25 to 44, 31.2% from 45 to 64, and 28.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 51 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $25,333, and the median income for a family was $29,792. Males had a median income of $23,571 versus $24,583 for females. The per capita income for the village was $15,702. About 5.2% of families and 11.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 8.0% of those 65 or over.

Education
The area is within Boyd County Public Schools. The area was previously within the Lynch Public Schools district. The Lynch district consolidated into the Boyd County district in June 2017.

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Monowi, Nebraska

Monowi is an incorporated village in Boyd County, Nebraska, United States. It garnered national and international recognition after the 2010 United States census counted only one resident of the village, Elsie Eiler. Though the 2020 census listed Monowi's population as two, this was confirmed to be an example of differential privacy in the census data; Eiler remains the town's sole resident.

According to tradition, the name Monowi means "flower" in an unidentified Native American language. Monowi was so named after the many wildflowers growing at the original site of the village.

History

Monowi was platted in 1903, when the Mason, Elkhorn and Missouri Valley Railroad was extended to that point. A post office was established in Monowi in 1902 and remained in operation until 1967.

Monowi's peak years were in the 1930s, when it had a population of 150. Like many other small communities in the Great Plains, it lost its younger residents to cities that were experiencing growth and offering better jobs.

During the 2000 census, the village had a total population of two; only one married couple, Rudy and Elsie Eiler, lived there. Rudy died in 2004, leaving his wife as the only resident in the village. In this capacity, she acts as mayor, and granted herself a liquor license. She is required to produce a municipal road plan every year in order to secure state funding for the village's four street lights.

Although the village is nearly abandoned, it does have a bar called the Monowi Tavern, operated by Eiler for passing travelers and tourists. In addition, Eiler maintains the five-thousand–volume Rudy's Library, founded in memory of her late husband.

In 2018, the village was featured in commercials for Arby's and Prudential. The village was also used as a starting place for the biggest advertisement poster in the world, which was finished on June 13, 2018.

Census data
After the 1990 United States census, Eiler had observed that Monowi's population had been miscounted, and contacted radio broadcaster Paul Harvey to publicize the error. Years later, preliminary information from the 2020 census appeared to show that Monowi's population increased to two. However, Eiler denied that anyone had moved into the town, and a spokesperson for the United States Census Bureau said that the alleged second resident was actually a form of "noise... add[ed] to the [census] data," in which some individuals are listed in a bordering tract to protect the anonymity of census respondents.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.21 sqmi, all land. The village is located in the far eastern portion of Boyd County, in the northeastern region of Nebraska. It is located between the Niobrara River and the larger Missouri River. The nearest community to Monowi is Lynch, located approximately 6.92 mi away. The village is located approximately 193.97 mi from Omaha.

Demographics
Census data for Monowi highlights its uniqueness, owing to the numerical singularity of its population. As of 2010:
 * The total population was one (Born 1935, female, white, named Elsie).
 * She was the sole householder, living alone.
 * Of the three housing units in Monowi, only hers was occupied.

Education
The area is within Boyd County Public Schools. The area was previously within the Lynch Public Schools district in Lynch. The Lynch district consolidated into the Boyd County district in June 2017.

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Naper, Nebraska

Naper is a village in Boyd County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 89 at the 2020 census, up from 84 at the 2010 census.

History
Naper was founded in 1892. It was named for Ralph Naper, an original owner of the town site.

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 84 people, 42 households, and 26 families living in the village. The population density was 600.0 PD/sqmi. There were 66 housing units at an average density of 471.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 94.0% White, 1.2% Native American, 1.2% Asian, and 3.6% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.6% of the population.

There were 42 households, of which 11.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.5% were married couples living together, 2.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.1% were non-families. 35.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.8% 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 2.54.

The median age in the village was 52 years. 10.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.1% were from 25 to 44; 25.1% were from 45 to 64; and 34.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 105 people, 54 households, and 32 families living in the village. The population density was 781.8 PD/sqmi. There were 66 housing units at an average density of 491.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.05% White, and 0.95% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.95% of the population.

There were 54 households, out of which 18.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.1% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.7% were non-families. 37.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.94 and the average family size was 2.53.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 18.1% under the age of 18, 3.8% from 18 to 24, 19.0% from 25 to 44, 20.0% from 45 to 64, and 39.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 52 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.5 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $17,500, and the median income for a family was $19,375. Males had a median income of $20,000 versus $33,125 for females. The per capita income for the village was $11,279. There were 10.3% of families and 16.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including 22.2% of under eighteens and 11.5% of those over 64.

Education
It is in Boyd County Public Schools, established in June 2017. It was previously in West Boyd Schools, which was established in a merger in July 2007.

Media
Since 2003, the Naper Historical Society has published and distributed a quarterly newsletter, The Naper Paper, for citizens and former citizens and friends of the town.

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Spencer, Nebraska

Spencer is a village in Boyd County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 455 at the 2010 census, down from 541 in 2000.

History
Spencer was platted in 1891. Sources vary whether it is named for an army captain, or for George E. Spencer, a U.S. senator from Alabama.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.52 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 455 people, 221 households, and 128 families living in the village. The population density was 875.0 PD/sqmi. There were 267 housing units at an average density of 513.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 95.8% White, 0.2% African American, 1.1% Native American, 1.5% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.9% of the population.

There were 221 households, of which 21.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.9% were married couples living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.1% were non-families. 39.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.06 and the average family size was 2.75.

The median age in the village was 51.1 years. 19.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 17.2% were from 25 to 44; 30.8% were from 45 to 64; and 28.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 45.9% male and 54.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 541 people, 230 households, and 143 families living in the village. The population density was 1,031.2 PD/sqmi. There were 272 housing units at an average density of 518.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 99.63% White and 0.37% Native American.

There were 230 households, out of which 30.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.2% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.8% were non-families. 36.5% 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 2.35 and the average family size was 3.12.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 28.3% under the age of 18, 4.6% from 18 to 24, 22.9% from 25 to 44, 18.9% from 45 to 64, and 25.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 74.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 74.0 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $28,636, and the median income for a family was $35,156. Males had a median income of $25,893 versus $18,958 for females. The per capita income for the village was $14,466. About 11.3% of families and 13.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.7% of those under age 18 and 7.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
It is in Boyd County Public Schools, established in June 2017. It was previously in West Boyd Schools, which was established in a merger in July 2007.

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Ainsworth, Nebraska

Ainsworth is a city and county seat of Brown County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 1,728 at the 2010 census.

History
Ainsworth was platted in 1883 when the railroad was extended to that point. It was named for James E. Ainsworth, a railroad engineer who was instrumental in building the railroad through Brown County. Ainsworth was incorporated as a village in December 1883. In 1986 Ainsworth was the site of the World Horseshoe Pitching Championships.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,728 people, 804 households, and 450 families living in the city. The population density was 1728.0 PD/sqmi. There were 961 housing units at an average density of 961.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.9% White, 0.1% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.

There were 804 households, of which 26.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.0% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.0% were non-families. 39.9% 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 2.10 and the average family size was 2.83.

The median age in the city was 46.2 years. 23.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.7% were from 25 to 44; 26.5% were from 45 to 64; and 24.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.8% male and 53.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,862 people, 845 households, and 501 families living in the city. The population density was 1,879.5 PD/sqmi. There were 944 housing units at an average density of 952.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.55% White, 0.21% Native American, 0.38% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 0.21% from other races, and 0.59% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.48% of the population.

There were 845 households, out of which 26.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.9% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.6% were non-families. 38.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.85.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 22.7% from 25 to 44, 21.8% from 45 to 64, and 25.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.7 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $29,357, and the median income for a family was $38,214. Males had a median income of $26,853 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,935. About 7.9% of families and 9.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.0% of those under age 18 and 8.5% of those age 65 or over.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.00 sqmi, all land.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally cool to cold winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Ainsworth has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfa" on climate maps.

Infrastructure
Ainsworth Regional Airport serves the area.

Notable person

 * Marvel Rea, actress in silent films

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Johnstown, Nebraska

Johnstown is a village in Brown County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 64 at the 2010 census.

History
Johnstown was platted in 1883 when the Fremont, Elkhorn and Missouri Valley Railroad was extended to that point. It was named for John Berry, an original owner of the town site.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.53 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 64 people, 29 households, and 20 families residing in the village. The population density was 120.8 PD/sqmi. There were 38 housing units at an average density of 71.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.9% White, 1.6% Asian, and 1.6% from two or more races.

There were 29 households, of which 34.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.6% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.0% were non-families. 27.6% 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 2.21 and the average family size was 2.65.

The median age in the village was 45.5 years. 20.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.8% were from 25 to 44; 39.1% were from 45 to 64; and 14.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 57.8% male and 42.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 53 people, 24 households, and 13 families residing in the village. The population density was 100.8 PD/sqmi. There were 35 housing units at an average density of 66.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 92.45% White, 1.89% Asian, and 5.66% from two or more races.

There were 24 households, out of which 16.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.7% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.8% 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 2.93.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 18.9% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 17.0% from 25 to 44, 32.1% from 45 to 64, and 22.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.5 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $20,625, and the median income for a family was $28,750. Males had a median income of $18,750 versus $8,750 for females. The per capita income for the village was $21,380. There were no families and 3.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 14.3% of those over 64.

Notable people

 * Ralph Luther Criswell, managed local newspaper
 * Rita Meyer, Wyoming state auditor

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Long Pine, Nebraska

Long Pine is a city in Brown County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 305 at the 2010 census.

History
Long Pine was founded circa 1876, and grew quickly when the railroad was extended to the settlement in 1881. It took its name from nearby Long Pine Creek.

Long Pine was a hub for the Chicago and North Western Transportation Company on what came to be known as the Cowboy Line and at one time held a large roundhouse, turntable, and servicing facility. With the advent of diesel locomotives, the steam servicing facilities were no longer needed and were moved elsewhere. Eventually, the entire line was abandoned and the last train came through the town in 1992. The former right of way has since become a recreational trail known as the Cowboy Trail.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.58 sqmi, all land.

The city is bisected by Long Pine Creek, Nebraska's longest self-sustaining trout stream.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 305 people in 145 households, including 82 families, in the city. The population density was 525.9 PD/sqmi. There were 202 housing units at an average density of 348.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.3%.

Of the 145 households 25.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.3% were married couples living together, 6.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.4% were non-families. 41.4% of households were one person and 22.1% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.10 and the average family size was 2.87.

The median age was 45.6 years. 24.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.2% were from 25 to 44; 26.9% were from 45 to 64; and 23.9% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.9% male and 52.1% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 341 people in 154 households, including 95 families, in the city. The population density was 589.8 PD/sqmi. There were 221 housing units at an average density of 382.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.12% White, 0.29% Asian, and 0.59% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.47%.

Of the 154 households 25.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.6% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.7% were non-families. 32.5% of households were one person and 16.9% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.80.

The age distribution was 25.2% under the age of 18, 4.1% from 18 to 24, 23.8% from 25 to 44, 25.8% from 45 to 64, and 21.1% 65 or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.7 males.

The median household income was $25,156, and the median family income was $26,979. Males had a median income of $25,625 versus $15,972 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,863. About 13.9% of families and 17.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.5% of those under age 18 and 10.7% of those age 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Cliff Clevenger, United States Representative from Ohio from 1939-1959; born on a ranch near Long Pine

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Amherst, Nebraska

Amherst is a village in Buffalo County, Nebraska, United States. It is part of the Kearney, Nebraska Micropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 248 at the 2010 census.

History
Amherst was laid out and platted on its present site in 1890 when the railroad was built through that territory. It was named after Amherst College, in Massachusetts. Amherst was incorporated as a village in 1894.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.22 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 248 people, 108 households, and 68 families living in the village. The population density was 1127.3 PD/sqmi. There were 114 housing units at an average density of 518.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.4% White, 0.8% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 0.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0% of the population.

There were 108 households, of which 28.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.6% were married couples living together, 2.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.0% were non-families. 33.3% 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 2.30 and the average family size was 2.81.

The median age in the village was 40.3 years. 22.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.6% were from 25 to 44; 27.4% were from 45 to 64; and 17.7% 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 277 people, 110 households, and 81 families living in the village. The population density was 1,262.6 PD/sqmi. There were 117 housing units at an average density of 533.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.92% White, 0.36% Native American, 0.36% Asian, and 0.36% from two or more races.

There were 110 households, out of which 38.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.6% were married couples living together, 5.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.5% were non-families. 20.9% 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 2.52 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 27.1% under the age of 18, 4.3% from 18 to 24, 26.7% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 19.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.0 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $39,545, and the median income for a family was $41,875. Males had a median income of $28,333 versus $17,679 for females. The per capita income for the village was $15,754. About 4.5% of families and 6.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 3.2% of those 65 or over.

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Elm Creek, Nebraska

Elm Creek is a village in Buffalo County, Nebraska, United States. It is part of the Kearney, Nebraska Micropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 979 at the 2020 census.

History
Elm Creek was founded in 1866 with the arrival of the Union Pacific Railroad to Buffalo County. Prior the construction of a railway station in Elm Creek, the area was heavily timbered with ash, elm, and cottonwood trees but they were almost all removed for use in building the railroad. The village was incorporated in 1887. The construction spurred the development of the wood-frame business, but much of it was destroyed in a fire in 1906; stone was used afterwards to rebuild. A contest for renaming the settlement, in hopes that the new name would bring prosperity, was held in 1912, but the prize was never awarded and the name remained unchanged.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.70 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 901 people, 373 households, and 243 families living in the village. The population density was 1287.1 PD/sqmi. There were 409 housing units at an average density of 584.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.9% White, 0.1% Native American, 0.3% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 4.1% of the population.

There were 373 households, of which 34.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.3% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.9% were non-families. 29.2% 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 2.42 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age in the village was 36.2 years. 27.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.2% were from 25 to 44; 25.7% were from 45 to 64; and 13.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 48.5% male and 51.5% female.

Elm Creek is a city located in Nebraska. With a 2020 population of 957, it is the 112th largest city in Nebraska and the 10495th largest city in the United States. Elm Creek is currently growing at a rate of 0.42% annually and its population has increased by 6.22% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 901 in 2010. Elm Creek reached its highest population of 957 in 2021. Spanning over 1 mile, Elm Creek has a population density of 1,376 people per square mile. The average household income in Elm Creek is $67,415 with a poverty rate of 7.51%. The median rental costs in recent years comes to $888 per month, and the median house value is $114,800. The median age in Elm Creek is 30.3 years, 30.2 years for males, and 30.5 years for females. For every 100 females there are 101.8 males.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 894 people, 363 households, and 231 families living in the village. The population density was 1,290.6 PD/sqmi. There were 387 housing units at an average density of 558.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 97.54% White, 0.11% Native American, 1.45% from other races, and 0.89% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 3.02% of the population.

There were 363 households, out of which 34.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.5% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.1% were non-families. 32.2% 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 2.46 and the average family size was 3.14.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 30.1% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 30.8% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 11.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.5 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $32,279, and the median income for a family was $40,417. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $19,688 for females. The per capita income for the village was $17,339. About 7.0% of families and 6.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.0% of those under age 18 and 4.3% of those age 65 or over.

Racial composition
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Elm Creek was:
 * White: 97.53% - 1,106
 * Other race: 2.12% - 24
 * Two or more races: 0.26% - 3
 * Native American: 0.09% - 1
 * Black or African American: 0.00%
 * Asian: 0.00%
 * Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.00%

Attractions
Buffalo Stampede Days are celebrated during the last weekend in August, with a parade held on the first day, followed by a variety of festivities, sporting events, and a street dance.

There is a park with a swimming pool and baseball fields.

Elm Creek was home to Chevyland USA Museum. Founded in 1973 by Monte Hollertz, the museum at one time offered the largest collection of original and restored Chevrolets and supplies, along with motorcycles, and other vehicles. Attendance dwindled over the years, and the museum closed in 2019. The collection was sold in 2021.

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Gibbon, Nebraska

Gibbon is a city in Buffalo County, Nebraska, United States. It is part of the Kearney, Nebraska Micropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 1,833 at the 2010 census.

History
Gibbon was founded in 1871 by a group of settlers consisting of many Civil War veterans. It was named for Major General John Gibbon. It was the former county seat of Buffalo County until Kearney was voted the seat in 1874.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.87 sqmi, all land.

Gibbon is a few miles north of Interstate 80 and U.S. Route 30 passes through it.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,833 people, 654 households, and 471 families living in the city. The population density was 2106.9 PD/sqmi. There were 698 housing units at an average density of 802.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 75.2% White, 0.4% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 21.3% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 32.4% of the population.

There were 654 households, of which 40.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.4% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.0% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.77 and the average family size was 3.31.

The median age in the city was 34.1 years. 31.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.6% were from 25 to 44; 22.5% were from 45 to 64; and 14.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.6% male and 50.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,759 people, 641 households, and 464 families living in the city. The population density was 2,096.9 PD/sqmi. There were 668 housing units at an average density of 796.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 85.05% White, 0.17% African American, 0.74% Native American, 0.17% Asian, 12.51% from other races, and 1.36% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 20.98% of the population.

There were 641 households, out of which 38.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.4% were married couples living together, 6.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.5% were non-families. 24.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.20.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.3% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 19.6% from 45 to 64, and 14.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.1 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $34,955, and the median income for a family was $42,688. Males had a median income of $27,813 versus $19,297 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,013. About 4.7% of families and 7.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.2% of those under age 18 and 7.8% of those age 65 or over.

2019 flooding
Gibbon was affected by the Midwestern U.S. flooding. The Wood River came over the banks in March and flooded the town, in July there was more flooding, and again in August.

Notable people

 * Dick Cavett, former television talk show host
 * Ben Mark Cherrington, former Chancellor of the University of Denver.

title: Gibbon, Nebraska