Lancaster County, county in Nebraska, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 320,650 inhabitants. The county was created 170 years ago in 1854. Its county seat is Lincoln.
There are 13 city/town in Lancaster County, NE. The largest city of Lancaster County is Lincoln with a population of 290,505. Other cities include, Waverly population 4,128, Hickman population 2,456, Bennet population 990, Firth population 619
Sitting amid the rolling hills of southeastern Nebraska, Lancaster County offers a blend of small-town Midwest charm and modern urban amenities. Several cities across the county showcase its rich agricultural roots and growing diversity.
The capital city of Lincoln anchors the county with its buzzing downtown, University of Nebraska campus, and thriving arts and music scenes. Still, Lincoln maintains links to its rural heritage, with the State Fair showcasing local 4H and FFA projects.
To Lincoln's south, the German-settled town of Hickman retains its historic brick buildings and immigrant traditions. The county's oldest city celebrates its heritage during Oktoberfest and folk dances at the town hall.
The railroad town of Waverly boasts a charming historic main street dotted with shops and eateries. Its festive Farmers Market draws vendors from across the county to sell fresh produce.
Rural Malcolm offers sweeping farmland vistas and pioneer history at sites like the Sunken Gardens. The county’s smaller towns still embrace their agricultural roots through festivals and fairs.
Both urban and rural communities alike contribute to the tapestry of life in Lancaster County. Steeped in Nebraska tradition yet growing more diverse, the county’s cities showcase the best of Midwestern culture.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lancaster County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Bennet | Village in Lancaster County, Nebraska, United States | 990 |
Davey | United States, a village | 153 |
Denton | Town in Nebraska, United States | 207 |
Firth | Village in Nebraska | 619 |
Hallam | Human settlement in Lancaster County, Nebraska, United States of America | 269 |
Hickman | City in Nebraska, USA | 2,456 |
Lincoln | The capital of Nebraska and the center of the Lincoln metropolitan area. | 290,505 |
Malcolm | Village in Nebraska, United States | 412 |
Panama | Village in Nebraska, United States | 277 |
Raymond | Village in Nebraska | 188 |
Roca | Village in Lancaster County, Nebraska, United States | 358 |
Sprague | Human settlement in Lancaster County, Nebraska, United States of America | 150 |
Waverly | City in Lancaster County, Nebraska, United States of America | 4,128 |