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City	Lexington
State	Nebraska (NE)
County	Dawson County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	40.78084
Longitude	-99.741504
Population	10,348
Density	887.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	68850
Area Code	308
County Seat	Lexington
School District	Lexington Public Schools

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About Lexington, Nebraska

Lexington is a locality in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States. It has a population of 10,348. The population density is 887.9 people per km². Lexington is located at 40.7808°N, 99.7415°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Lexington is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 68850.

Lexington occupies a broad expanse of Nebraska where the horizon functions as the primary fact of life. It lies 35.0 miles west of Kearney, NE (from Kearney, NE: bearing 279°T), and is situated 14.0 miles east-southeast of Cozad. Spring Creek flows quietly just one mile away, marking the land with a modest, persistent presence that defines the local drainage. Beyond the immediate plains, the distant silhouette of Union Ridge emerges on the horizon, providing a structural anchor to the vast, open sky. Residents often gather at Water Tower Park to watch the sun dip low, casting long, dramatic shadows across the shortgrass prairie. When the evening air cools, the light takes on a golden, liquid quality that softens the edges of the flat, productive earth.

Lexington grew from the necessity of the frontier, evolving as a vital waypoint for those traveling across the wide plains. The economy remains deeply rooted in the soil, with agricultural processing and livestock industries serving as the primary engines of regional productivity. Local labor keeps the machinery of the harvest turning, maintaining a steady, industrious pace that honors the pioneer memory of the region. Though the town has modernized, the connection to the land remains as tangible as the grain elevators that rise above the skyline. The history of the area is written in the steady work of its citizens who continue to cultivate the surrounding fields.

Lexington fosters a cultural character defined by its hardworking, diverse population and a shared commitment to local life. Visitors might find a moment of peace near the serene waters of Philips Lake, or perhaps seek out the rugged, scenic vistas found within the depths of Plum Creek Canyon. Community spirit manifests in local celebrations that bring neighbors together to mark the changing of the seasons. While the town remains quiet and unassuming, it has been home to notable figures like the journalist and author George W. Norris, who left a significant mark on the political landscape of the state. Life here moves with a deliberate, grounded quality that reflects the enduring nature of the Great Plains.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Kirk Patrick Memorial Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 078° E
Family Aquatic Center (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 068° E
Plum Creek Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 300° NW
Dawson County Historical Museum (Museum) — 0.6 mi, 088° E
Optimist Recreation Complex (Local Recreation) — 1.2 mi, 293° NW
Darr Strip Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.9 mi, 278° W
Dogwood Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.3 mi, 137° SE
Up 25335 (Monument) — 13.8 mi, 292° W
The 100th Meridian Historical Marker (Monument) — 13.8 mi, 293° NW
Robert Henri Museum (Museum) — 13.8 mi, 293° NW
Cozad Memorial (Monument) — 13.8 mi, 294° NW
One Hundredth Meridian Museum (Museum) — 13.8 mi, 293° NW
Sod House Museum (Museum) — 24.2 mi, 293° NW
Wyoming Rainbow (Public Artwork) — 24.2 mi, 295° NW
Pony Express Station Museum (Museum) — 24.2 mi, 296° NW

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