Firth Nebraska Map

About Firth, Nebraska

Firth is a locality in Lancaster County, Nebraska, United States. It is a small community with a population of 604. The population density is 762.9 people per km². Firth is located at 40.5325°N, 96.6061°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 68358.

Firth rests in the broad, sun-drenched expanse of Lancaster County, a place where the horizon stretches out like an unwritten page. It lies 18.8 miles south of Lincoln, NE (from Lincoln, NE: bearing 170°T), and is situated 6.2 miles south-south-east of Hickman. The land here is a study in subtle contours, gentle swells that rise and fall with the slow breath of the prairie, breaking only for the occasional stand of cottonwoods that line the shallow draws. The air itself carries a dry, clean scent, a blend of sun-baked earth and the distant whisper of ripening corn, and in the late afternoon, the light softens, casting long, golden shadows that paint the fields in hues of amber and ochre. The character of Firth is one of quiet endurance, a resilience etched into the very grain of the landscape, mirroring the steadfastness of the people who call this place home. The story of Firth is intrinsically tied to the rich agricultural heritage of this region, a legacy built on the fertile soil that has sustained generations. Farming remains the lifeblood of the local economy, with vast fields of corn and soybeans rippling under the vast Nebraska sky, their green expanse a testament to the hard work and dedication of its residents. While there are no grand monuments or bustling tourist attractions, the true heart of Firth lies in its deep-rooted connection to the land and the traditions passed down through families. The rhythm of life here is governed by the seasons, by the planting and the harvest, a steady, dependable cadence that has shaped the unique cultural character of Firth over the years.

About This Firth Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Firth, Nebraska — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.532501, -96.60613. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Firth and Lancaster County.

Detailed location data for Firth includes the ZIP code (68358), telephone area code (402), county seat of Lancaster County (Lincoln), and school district assignment (Norris School District 160). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Firth is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.