Nebraska City Nebraska Map
Explore Nebraska City, Nebraska, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Nebraska City, Nebraska
| City | Nebraska City |
| State | Nebraska (NE) |
| County | Otoe County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 40.676668 |
| Longitude | -95.859169 |
| Population | 7,222 |
| Density | 560.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 68410 |
| Area Code | 402 |
| County Seat | Nebraska City |
| School District | Nebraska City Public Schools |
About Nebraska City, Nebraska
Nebraska City is a locality in Otoe County, Nebraska, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,222. The population density is 560.7 people per km². Nebraska City is located at 40.6767°N, 95.8592°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Nebraska City is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 68410.Nebraska City maintains a quiet presence where the North Table Creek winds through the landscape, carving a subtle path toward the horizon. It lies 31.8 miles south of Bellevue, NE (from Bellevue, NE: bearing 177°T), and is situated 19.6 miles north of Auburn. The terrain surrounding Nebraska City is defined by the expansive, open prairie, where the quality of light at dusk turns the grasses into a deep, burnished gold. Travelers can find solace in the quietude of Nuckolls Square Park, a local space that anchors the center of daily life. For those seeking a longer passage through the land, the Arbor Lodge Trail offers a deliberate way to observe the shifting shadows of the afternoon. Beyond the immediate vicinity, Liebold Lake provides a still, reflective surface that mirrors the vast Nebraska sky.
Settlement in Nebraska City grew from the steady labor of those who recognized the potential of the fertile soil and the strategic importance of the regional trade routes. Agriculture remains a primary engine of the local economy, with orchards and expansive fields shaping the seasonal rhythms of the working day. The history of the area is deeply tied to the movement of pioneers who sought to cultivate the plains, building a foundation that endures in the structural character of the older districts. Industry here is modest but persistent, drawing strength from the regional harvest and the steady, quiet productivity of the inhabitants. Life in Nebraska City moves with a measured pace, governed by the cycles of the sun and the demands of the land.
Cultural identity in Nebraska City is inseparable from the legacy of J. Sterling Morton, the founder of Arbor Day, whose influence is preserved in the grand estate that overlooks the plains. Visitors often gather at the local landmarks to recognize a tradition of stewardship that has colored the community’s collective memory for generations. The annual celebrations dedicated to the planting of trees bring a distinct energy to the streets, marking a time when the community looks toward the future with intention. While the horizon remains the primary fact of life, the town creates its own internal gravity through these shared seasonal events. Even as the modern world shifts, Nebraska City retains a grounded, deliberate character that honors its own specific place in the American interior.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Nebraska City Museum of Firefighting (Museum) — 0.2 mi, 277° W
- Old Freighters Museum (Museum) — 0.3 mi, 325° NW
- Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 039° NE
- Steinhart Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 260° W
- Copeland Bend Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 065° NE
- Osage Orange Grove (Viewpoint) — 0.9 mi, 289° W
- J. Sterling Morton Monument (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 285° W
- Riverview State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 0.9 mi, 032° NE
- Waubonsie Access (State Recreation Area) — 1.2 mi, 092° E
- Earth Lodge (Historic Ruins) — 1.5 mi, 114° SE
- M U Payne Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.2 mi, 110° E
- Waubonsie State Park (State Park) — 8.0 mi, 093° E
- Fremont County Historical Society (Museum) — 12.2 mi, 066° NE
- Sinister Sidney (Attraction) — 12.7 mi, 067° NE
- PSC Theatre & Auditorium (Theatre) — 15.5 mi, 154° SE
- Peru State College Historical Marker (Monument) — 15.5 mi, 155° SE
- Otoe County Museum of Memories (Museum) — 16.9 mi, 265° W
- Memory Lane Museum Complex (Museum) — 19.9 mi, 312° NW
- Brownville Historical Marker (Attraction) — 22.1 mi, 151° SE
- Muir House Historical Marker (Attraction) — 22.1 mi, 151° SE
- Rock Port Rest Area & Missouri Welcome Center (Monument) — 25.4 mi, 140° SE
- Reasoner School (Historic Ruins) — 25.7 mi, 019° N
- Davies Amphitheater (Theatre) — 26.3 mi, 014° N
- Woodland Fairy Tea Party (Attraction) — 29.8 mi, 350° N
- Indian Cave State Park (State Park) — 30.8 mi, 151° SE
- Springfield Artworks (Gallery) — 31.4 mi, 333° NW
- Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 49.6 mi, 142° SE · 15k acres
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About This Nebraska City Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Nebraska City, Nebraska. Coordinates: 40.676668, -95.859169. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Nebraska City includes the ZIP code (68410), telephone area code (402), county seat of Otoe County (Nebraska City), and school district assignment (Nebraska City Public Schools).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
