Dix, Nebraska facts for kids
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Dix, Nebraska
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Dix, June 2008
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Location of Dix, Nebraska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Kimball |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.22 sq mi (0.57 km2) |
| • Land | 0.22 sq mi (0.57 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,554 ft (1,388 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 187 |
| • Density | 850.00/sq mi (328.45/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
69133
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| Area code(s) | 308 |
| FIPS code | 31-13190 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398730 |
Dix is a small village located in Kimball County, Nebraska, in the United States. In 2020, about 187 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history tied to the railroads.
History of Dix
Dix started as a simple stop for trains on the Union Pacific Railroad line. It was officially founded as a settlement in 1886. The village got its name from Dixon, Illinois, which was the former home of one of the first people to settle here. However, to avoid confusion with another town called Dixon, the name was shortened to "Dix."
A main road, State Highway 30, runs right through Dix. In 1995, the part of this highway within Dix changed its name from "Main Street" to "Miller Street." This was done to honor Fred H. Miller. Fred worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for 30 years and managed the town's train station, also known as a depot. After he retired, the train depot was taken down. Fred Miller also served on the town board and lived near the city park with his wife, Ada B. Miller. You can find their memorial stone in the graveyard south of town, close to Interstate 80.
Geography of Dix
Dix is a small village, covering an area of about 0.57 square kilometers (or 0.22 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the village limits.
Population and People
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| 1920 | 248 | — | |
| 1930 | 279 | 12.5% | |
| 1940 | 199 | −28.7% | |
| 1950 | 270 | 35.7% | |
| 1960 | 420 | 55.6% | |
| 1970 | 342 | −18.6% | |
| 1980 | 275 | −19.6% | |
| 1990 | 229 | −16.7% | |
| 2000 | 267 | 16.6% | |
| 2010 | 255 | −4.5% | |
| 2020 | 187 | −26.7% | |
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The number of people living in Dix has changed over the years. For example, in 1960, the population was 420 people, which was its highest point. By 2020, the population was 187.
Dix in 2010
According to the census from 2010, there were 255 people living in Dix. These people lived in 103 different homes, and 74 of these were families.
- Age Groups: About 26% of the people were under 18 years old. Around 18% were 65 years old or older. The average age in the village was about 38.8 years.
- Households: Many homes, about 54%, were married couples living together. Some homes had children under 18.
- Diversity: Most residents were White, but there were also people who identified as Native American and Asian. A small percentage of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
See also
In Spanish: Dix (Nebraska) para niños
