Avoca, Nebraska facts for kids
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Avoca, Nebraska
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Location of Avoca, Nebraska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Cass |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.13 sq mi (0.34 km2) |
| • Land | 0.13 sq mi (0.34 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,168 ft (356 m) |
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| • Total | 178 |
| • Density | 1,358.78/sq mi (525.43/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68307
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| Area code(s) | 402 |
| FIPS code | 31-02795 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398012 |
| Website | http://www.AvocaNebraska.com |
Avoca is a small village in Cass County, Nebraska, United States. It is a quiet place with a unique tradition. In 2020, about 178 people lived there.
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History of Avoca
Avoca was officially planned and built in 1882. This happened when a new train line was extended to that area. The village got its name from the beautiful River Avoca in Ireland.
Geography of Avoca
Avoca is located in Nebraska. It covers a total area of about 0.13 square miles (0.34 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the village limits.
People of Avoca
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 166 | — | |
| 1900 | 255 | 53.6% | |
| 1910 | 249 | −2.4% | |
| 1920 | 231 | −7.2% | |
| 1930 | 222 | −3.9% | |
| 1940 | 197 | −11.3% | |
| 1950 | 196 | −0.5% | |
| 1960 | 218 | 11.2% | |
| 1970 | 229 | 5.0% | |
| 1980 | 242 | 5.7% | |
| 1990 | 254 | 5.0% | |
| 2000 | 270 | 6.3% | |
| 2010 | 242 | −10.4% | |
| 2020 | 178 | −26.4% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 242 people living in Avoca. These people lived in 94 households. Most of the people living in Avoca were White. A small number were Native American or from other backgrounds.
Many households had children under 18 living with them. Most families were married couples living together. The average age of people in the village was about 37 years old.
Culture and Events
Avoca is famous for its special event called the Quack-Off duck races. This fun race happens every year on the last Saturday in January. It has been a tradition since 1980.
The Quack-Off Duck Races
The Quack-Off duck races attract many people. Usually, about 400 "racers" (rubber ducks) take part. Between 3,500 and 4,000 people come to watch the event. You can register for the race on the main street at the Quack-Off Headquarters. All the money raised from the race helps the Avoca Rural Volunteer Fire Department.
See also
In Spanish: Avoca (Nebraska) para niños
