Hebron, Nebraska facts for kids
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Hebron, Nebraska
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Lincoln Avenue, looking southwest from 5th Street, July 2010
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Location of Hebron, Nebraska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Thayer |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.46 sq mi (3.79 km2) |
| • Land | 1.46 sq mi (3.79 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,473 ft (449 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,441 |
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1,408 |
| • Density | 987/sq mi (380.2/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68370
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| Area code(s) | 402 |
| FIPS code | 31-21905 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2394343 |
| U.S. Routes |   |
Hebron is a city located in Thayer County, Nebraska, in the United States. It is the main town, also known as the county seat, of Thayer County. In 2020, about 1,441 people lived in Hebron.
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History of Hebron
Hebron was started around 1869 by a group of people called the Disciples of Christ. They named the new town after an old city called Hebron.
The historic Hebron United States Post Office building was built in 1937. A famous architect named Louis A. Simon designed it. Today, this post office is a special historic place.
In 1953, a strong tornado hit Hebron. It caused a lot of damage to the town.
In 2021, the United States Department of Agriculture announced a big water project. A large well site was planned near Hebron. This project will help farmers in Nebraska and Kansas get more water for their crops.
People of Hebron
Population and Diversity
In 2010, there were 1,579 people living in Hebron. Most of the people were White (97.7%). About 1.5% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
There were 698 homes in the city. About 21% of these homes had children under 18. Many homes (49.7%) had married couples living together.
Age Groups in Hebron
The average age of people in Hebron in 2010 was 51.3 years old. About 18.4% of the people were under 18. About 30.1% of the people were 65 or older.
More women lived in Hebron than men. About 53.1% of the people were female, and 46.9% were male.
Hebron's Location and Climate
Where is Hebron?
Hebron is located in Nebraska. The city covers a total area of about 1.41 square miles (3.79 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
Weather in Hebron
Hebron has a climate with warm summers and cold winters. The hottest month is usually July, with average high temperatures around 88.6°F (31.4°C). The coldest month is January, with average low temperatures around 14.5°F (-9.7°C).
The city gets a good amount of rain, especially in May and July. Snowfall is common in winter months like January and February.
Fun Things to See in Hebron
Hebron has a unique attraction in its city park. There is a very large porch swing at 5th and Jefferson Streets. People say it's the world's largest porch swing! It's big enough for 24 adults to sit on at once.
Famous People from Hebron
- Ken Darby – a talented composer and conductor.
- H. H. Kemper – a politician from Saskatchewan, Canada.
- Greg Lee – an actor who worked in TV and theater.
- Elmo Roper – a well-known person who studied public opinion (a pollster).
- Jeffery Kripal – a respected scholar.
See also
In Spanish: Hebron (Nebraska) para niños
