Broken Bow, Nebraska facts for kids
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Broken Bow, Nebraska
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Broken Bow Commercial Square Historic District, centered on the public square, is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
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Location within Custer County (left) and Nebraska (right)
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Custer |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.02 sq mi (5.23 km2) |
| • Land | 2.02 sq mi (5.23 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,477 ft (755 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,506 |
| • Density | 1,737.36/sq mi (670.86/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68822
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| Area code(s) | 308 |
| FIPS code | 31-06610 |
| GNIS feature ID | 837893 |
| Website | cityofbrokenbow.org |
Broken Bow is a city in Nebraska, a state in the United States. It is the main city, or county seat, of Custer County. In 2010, about 3,559 people lived there.
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The Story of Broken Bow
Broken Bow was officially planned in 1882. Its name likely came from a settler who found a broken bow in a field. This field used to be a Native American camping spot. A homesteader named Wilson Hewitt suggested this name to the U.S. Post Office.
In 1884, a railroad line was built through the town. Broken Bow became an official village that same year. By 1888, it grew and became a city.
Where is Broken Bow?
Broken Bow is located in Custer County, Nebraska. The city covers an area of about 1.90 square miles (4.92 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
The exact center of Nebraska is about 10 miles southwest of Broken Bow.
What is the Weather Like?
Broken Bow has a climate with warm summers and cold winters.
- Summers: July is usually the warmest month. Temperatures can reach over 80°F (27°C).
- Winters: January is often the coldest month. Temperatures can drop below freezing.
- Rain and Snow: The city gets about 23 inches (58 cm) of rain each year. It also gets about 29.5 inches (75 cm) of snow.
Who Lives in Broken Bow?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 1,647 | — | |
| 1900 | 1,375 | −16.5% | |
| 1910 | 2,260 | 64.4% | |
| 1920 | 2,567 | 13.6% | |
| 1930 | 2,715 | 5.8% | |
| 1940 | 2,968 | 9.3% | |
| 1950 | 3,396 | 14.4% | |
| 1960 | 3,482 | 2.5% | |
| 1970 | 3,734 | 7.2% | |
| 1980 | 3,979 | 6.6% | |
| 1990 | 3,778 | −5.1% | |
| 2000 | 3,491 | −7.6% | |
| 2010 | 3,559 | 1.9% | |
| 2020 | 3,506 | −1.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2012 Estimate |
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In 2010, there were 3,559 people living in Broken Bow. There were 1,575 households, which are groups of people living together.
Most people in the city are White (95.7%). A small number of people are African American, Native American, or Asian. About 2.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 28% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (43.8%) were married couples. The average age of people in Broken Bow was about 41.9 years old.
What Does Broken Bow Do for Work?
Broken Bow's economy is largely based on agriculture.
- Cattle Farming: The largest cattle feedlot in Nebraska is located near Broken Bow. It can hold up to 85,000 cattle.
- Local Businesses: The town also has a family-owned feed store called Evans Feed, which opened in 1927. There is also a grocery store and a nursing home.
Famous People from Broken Bow
Many interesting people have connections to Broken Bow:
- Bettina Bedwell was a journalist and fashion designer.
- Solomon Butcher was a photographer who took pictures of the homestead era in central Nebraska. He lived in Broken Bow for many years.
- Earl Cooper was a famous race car driver. He is in the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America.
- Augustin Reed Humphrey was a Congressman.
- Omer Madison Kem was also a Congressman who served from 1890 to 1896.
- Kent McCloughan was a football player for the University of Nebraska and the Oakland Raiders.
See also
In Spanish: Broken Bow (Nebraska) para niños
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Broken Bow Commercial Square Historic District, centered on the public square, is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
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Location within Custer County (left) and Nebraska (right)
