Benedict, Nebraska facts for kids
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Benedict, Nebraska
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Benedict, May 2011
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Location of Benedict, Nebraska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | York |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.18 sq mi (0.47 km2) |
| • Land | 0.18 sq mi (0.47 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,680 ft (510 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 203 |
| • Density | 1,109.29/sq mi (427.66/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68316
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| Area code(s) | 402 |
| FIPS code | 31-04195 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398093 |
Benedict is a small village located in York County, Nebraska, in the United States. In 2020, about 203 people lived there. It's a quiet place in the heart of Nebraska.
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History of Benedict Village
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Benedict was officially created in 1886. This happened when the Kansas City and Omaha Railroad built its tracks through the area. The village was named after E. C. Benedict, who was an important official for the railroad company.
Just four years later, in 1890, Benedict became an official village. This meant it could have its own local government.
Geography and Climate of Benedict
Benedict is a small village. According to the United States Census Bureau, it covers an area of about 0.19 square miles (0.47 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Understanding Benedict's Weather
The climate in Benedict, Nebraska, is typical for its region. It experiences all four seasons. Summers are usually warm, and winters are cold. The village gets a fair amount of rain and some snow throughout the year.
| Climate data for Benedict, Nebraska (coordinates:41°01′07″N 97°40′19″W / 41.0186°N 97.6720°W, 1991-2020) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 0.69 (18) |
0.75 (19) |
1.41 (36) |
3.15 (80) |
4.52 (115) |
4.16 (106) |
3.64 (92) |
3.84 (98) |
2.11 (54) |
2.24 (57) |
1.48 (38) |
0.69 (18) |
28.68 (731) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 1.6 | 2.2 | 5.9 | 8.9 | 11.3 | 10.2 | 8 | 8.4 | 6.9 | 6.7 | 3.4 | 2.5 | 76 |
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People Living in Benedict
The number of people living in Benedict has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population counts from different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 292 | — | |
| 1910 | 336 | 15.1% | |
| 1920 | 313 | −6.8% | |
| 1930 | 279 | −10.9% | |
| 1940 | 221 | −20.8% | |
| 1950 | 206 | −6.8% | |
| 1960 | 170 | −17.5% | |
| 1970 | 209 | 22.9% | |
| 1980 | 228 | 9.1% | |
| 1990 | 230 | 0.9% | |
| 2000 | 278 | 20.9% | |
| 2010 | 234 | −15.8% | |
| 2020 | 203 | −13.2% | |
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Benedict's Population in 2010
In 2010, the census showed that 234 people lived in Benedict. These people made up 87 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Out of these, 67 were families.
The village had about 1,232 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Benedict were White (98.7%). A small number were African American, Native American, or from two or more races. About 0.4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (34.5%) had children under 18 living with them. Most households (67.8%) were married couples living together. A small number were single-parent households. About 16.1% of all households were individuals living alone.
The average age of people in Benedict was 40.2 years old. About 23.5% of residents were under 18. About 14.1% were 65 years old or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (48.7%) and females (51.3%).
See also
In Spanish: Benedict (Nebraska) para niños
