Gordon, Nebraska Facts for Kids

Gordon is a city located in Sheridan County, Nebraska, in the central United States. It is part of the vast Great Plains region. In 2020, about 1,504 people called Gordon home.

History of Gordon
- Other Names for Gordon
People of Gordon
- Gordon's Population in 2010
Geography and Climate
- Weather in Gordon
Famous People from Gordon
See also

History of Gordon

Gordon became an official village in 1885. This happened when the railroad lines were extended to reach this area. The city was named after John Gordon, who was an early settler in the region. Gordon officially became a city in November 1885.

Other Names for Gordon

In the Lakota language, Gordon has a special name. It is called tȟáȟča wakpá otȟúŋwahe. This means "deer river city."

People of Gordon

Historical population
Census	Pop.	%±
1900	542	—
1910	920	69.7%
1920	1,581	71.8%
1930	1,958	23.8%
1940	1,967	0.5%
1950	2,058	4.6%
1960	2,223	8.0%
1970	2,106	−5.3%
1980	2,167	2.9%
1990	1,803	−16.8%
2000	1,756	−2.6%
2010	1,612	−8.2%
2020	1,504	−6.7%
U.S. Decennial Census

Gordon's Population in 2010

According to the census from 2010, there were 1,612 people living in Gordon. These people lived in 685 households. About 420 of these households were families. The city had about 1,733 people per square mile.

Most people in Gordon identified as White (75.6%). A smaller group (20.0%) identified as Native American. About 4.2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.

Many households (30.1%) had children under 18 living with them. Almost half (44.4%) were married couples. About 36.2% of all households were individuals living alone. Some of these individuals (18%) were 65 years old or older. The average household had 2.30 people.

The average age of people in Gordon was 42.7 years. About 26.4% of residents were under 18. Also, 21.8% were 65 years or older. The city had slightly more females (52.5%) than males (47.5%).

Geography and Climate

Presbyterian Church on a vintage postcard

Gordon covers a total area of about 0.93 square miles (2.41 square kilometers). All of this area is land.

Weather in Gordon

Gordon experiences a wide range of weather throughout the year. Summers are generally warm to hot, with average high temperatures in July reaching around 86 degrees Fahrenheit (30 degrees Celsius). Winters are cold, and temperatures can drop significantly. The average low in January is about 13 degrees Fahrenheit (-11 degrees Celsius).

The city receives a moderate amount of precipitation. The wettest months are usually May and June. During these months, Gordon gets the most rain. Snowfall is common in winter, with the most snow typically falling in January and February.

Famous People from Gordon

Gordon has been home to several notable individuals:

Tom Brewer is a person who served in the Nebraska Legislature. This is a group that makes laws for the state of Nebraska.
Val Fitch was a brilliant scientist. He won the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1980 for his important discoveries.
Dwight Griswold was a governor of Nebraska. He served from 1940 to 1946. Before that, he was also an editor and publisher for a local newspaper called the Gordon Journal.
Trevor Johnson played professional football. He was a defensive end in the NFL. He played for teams like the New York Jets and the New Orleans Saints.
Doc Middleton was a well-known figure in the late 1800s. He was an outlaw, but he also ran a saloon and even served as a deputy sheriff.

Gordon, Nebraska facts for kids

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