Alda, Nebraska facts for kids
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Alda, Nebraska
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Village
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Downtown Alda: north side of U.S. Route 30, looking northwest, June 2010
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| Motto(s):
"Working Together For A Brighter Future"
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Location of Alda, Nebraska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Hall |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.56 sq mi (1.46 km2) |
| • Land | 0.56 sq mi (1.46 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,916 ft (584 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 647 |
| • Density | 1,145.13/sq mi (441.92/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68810
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| Area code(s) | 308 |
| FIPS code | 31-00625 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397925 |
Alda is a small village located in Hall County, Nebraska, in the United States. In 2020, about 647 people lived there. It is part of the larger Grand Island area.
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History of Alda
People first settled in the Alda area in 1859. The village is named after the first child born there. In 1873, the town of Alda moved to its current spot. This move was important because it allowed the town to be right next to the railroad.
Geography of Alda
Alda is a small place, covering about 0.56 square miles (1.46 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the village limits.
People of Alda: Demographics
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Alda has changed over the years. In 1930, there were 153 residents. By 2020, the population had grown to 647 people. This shows that more people have chosen to live in Alda over time.
Who Lives in Alda? (2010 Census)
According to the 2010 census, 642 people lived in Alda. There were 229 households, which are groups of people living together. Most of the people living in Alda were White (85.2%). About 16% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Alda was about 33.5 years old. Many young people lived there, with 30.4% of residents being under 18 years old. About 10.4% of the population was 65 years or older. The number of males and females was almost equal.
Economy and Business in Alda
Local Businesses
One important business in Alda is the Merrick Machine Company. It was started in 1960. This company helps provide jobs and supports the local economy.
See also
In Spanish: Alda (Nebraska) para niños
