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==Geography== |
==Geography== |
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Nebraska City is located at {{Coord|40|40|34|N|95|51|35|W|type:city}} (40.676247, -95.859659),<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/gazette.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref> on the western bank of the [[Missouri River]]. According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the city has a total area of {{convert|4.69|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, all land.<ref name |
Nebraska City is located at {{Coord|40|40|34|N|95|51|35|W|type:city}} (40.676247, -95.859659),<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/gazette.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref> on the western bank of the [[Missouri River]]. According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the city has a total area of {{convert|4.69|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, all land.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2012-06-24|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://www.webcitation.org/699nOulzi?url=http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|archivedate=2012-07-14|df=}}</ref> |
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==Demographics== |
==Demographics== |
Revision as of 06:11, 15 February 2018
Nebraska City, Nebraska | ||
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FIPS code 31-33705 | | |
GNIS feature ID | 0831570[4] | |
Website | nebraskacityne |
Nebraska City is a city in, and the
The
Nebraska City is home of
History
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Early European-American official exploration was reported in 1804 by
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
By the mid-19th century,
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
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 at 40°40′34″N 95°51′35″W / 40.67611°N 95.85972°W (40.676247, -95.859659),[10] on the western bank of the Missouri River. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.69 square miles (12.15 km2), all land.[1]
Demographics
Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
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1860 | 1,922 | — | |
1870 | 6,050 | 214.8% | |
1880 | 4,183 | −30.9% | |
1890 | 11,941 | 185.5% | |
1900 | 7,380 | −38.2% | |
1910 | 5,488 | −25.6% | |
1920 | 6,279 | 14.4% | |
1930 | 7,230 | 15.1% | |
1940 | 7,339 | 1.5% | |
1950 | 6,872 | −6.4% | |
1960 | 7,252 | 5.5% | |
1970 | 7,441 | 2.6% | |
1980 | 7,127 | −4.2% | |
1990 | 6,547 | −8.1% | |
2000 | 7,228 | 10.4% | |
2010 | 7,289 | 0.8% | |
2016 (est.) | 7,347 | [3] | 0.8% |
U.S. Decennial Census[11] 2013 Estimate[12] |
2010 census
As of the
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
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
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.[7]
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 2020); Finance Commissioner Gloria Glover (December 2018); Parks and Recreation Commissioner Patrick Wehling (December 2020); Public Works Commissioner Paul Davis (December 2020); and Streets Commissioner Vic Johns (December 2020).
The city is split between the 1st and 2nd state legislative districts,[13] and as of 2015 was represented by state senators Dan Watermeier and Bill Kintner in the Nebraska Legislature.
Events
Nebraska City is known as "The Home of
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.[14]
Education
The first high school in Nebraska was established in Nebraska City in 1864.[15]
Nebraska City has a public and a Catholic school system.
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, and theatrical producer
- Monroe Leland Hayward— United States Senator from Nebraska and grandfather of Leland Hayward
- George H. Heinke — lawyer and US Congressman (1939–1940).
- 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.
- Secretary of Agriculture under President Grover Cleveland.
- Santa Fe Railroad.
- Stephen Nuckolls— co-founder of Nebraska City
- Greg Orton — professional football player
- Joe Ricketts — founder, former Chief Executive Officer and former Chairman of the Board of Directors for TD Ameritrade; father of Pete Ricketts
- 2006 Nebraska U.S. Senate race; member of Board of Directors for Chicago Cubs; son of Joe Ricketts.
- Gerrit T. Thorn - Wisconsin state legislator
- Lyle Denniston - Supreme Court journalist
See also
References
- ^ a b "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on 2012-07-14. Retrieved 2012-06-24.
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suggested) (help) - ^ a b "American FactFinder". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2012-06-24.
- ^ a b "Population and Housing Unit Estimates". Retrieved June 9, 2017.
- ^ "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. 2007-10-25. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
- ^ "Find a County". National Association of Counties. Retrieved 2011-06-07.
- ^ "2010 City Population and Housing Occupancy Status". U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved September 11, 2012.
- ^ a b Nebraska City - City Council
- ^ (1912) Bulletin. Issues 2. Nebraska State Legislature. p. 7.
- ^ "Nebraska City, Otoe County". Center for Advanced Land Management Information Technologies. University of Nebraska. Retrieved 21 August 2014.
- ^ "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. 2011-02-12. Retrieved 2011-04-23.
- ^ United States Census Bureau. "Census of Population and Housing". Retrieved October 16, 2013.
- ^ "Population Estimates". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2014-07-17.
- ^ Legislative District 1 map and Legislative District 2 map. Legislature—Maps Clearinghouse. Nebraska Legislature website. Retrieved 2015-02-04.
- ^ http://www.wowt.com/home/headlines/Applejack_Festival_Serious_Business_For_Nebraska_City_129923988.html
- ^ Boye, Alan (2007). The Complete Roadside Guide to Nebraska. University of Nebraska Press. p. 8.
- ^ Nebraska City Public Schools website and subpages thereof. Retrieved 2011-12-24.
- ^ "Welcome to Nebraska City High School". Nebraska City Public Schools. Retrieved 2011-12-24.
- ^ Eastern Midlands Conference website. Retrieved 2011-12-24.
- ^ "History of Lourdes Central". Lourdes Central Catholic Schools. Retrieved 2011-12-24.
- ^ Lourdes Central Catholic Schools Student Handbook. Lourdes Central Catholic Schools. Retrieved 2011-12-24.
- Olson, James C. (1968), This is Nebraska, University Publishing Company.
External links
- New International Encyclopedia. 1905.
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- Encyclopædia Britannica (11th ed.). 1911. .
- Collier's New Encyclopedia. 1921. .