Madrid, Nebraska facts for kids
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Madrid, Nebraska
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Downtown Madrid
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Location of Madrid, Nebraska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Perkins |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.13 sq mi (2.93 km2) |
| • Land | 1.13 sq mi (2.93 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,281 ft (1,000 m) |
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| • Total | 242 |
| • Density | 213.78/sq mi (82.55/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
69150
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| Area code(s) | 308 |
| FIPS code | 31-30275 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399220 |
Madrid (/ˈmædrɪd/ MAD-rid) is a small village in Perkins County, Nebraska, in the United States. It is a quiet place where people live and work. In 2020, about 242 people called Madrid home.
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History of Madrid
Madrid was officially started in 1887. This happened when the railroad tracks were built to reach this spot. The village was named after Madrid, which is the capital city of Spain.
Geography and Location
Madrid is located in Nebraska, a state in the central United States. The village covers a total area of about 1.13 square miles (2.93 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the village limits.
Madrid's Climate
Madrid experiences a climate with warm summers and cold winters. The hottest month is usually July, with average high temperatures around 89 degrees Fahrenheit (32 degrees Celsius). The coldest month is January, where average low temperatures can be around 13 degrees Fahrenheit (-10 degrees Celsius).
The village gets a good amount of sunshine throughout the year. It also receives some rain, especially during the spring and summer months. Snowfall is common in winter.
People of Madrid
The number of people living in Madrid has changed over the years. In 1890, there were 178 residents. The population grew quite a bit by 1930, reaching 449 people. Since then, the population has become smaller. In 2010, there were 231 people, and by 2020, the population was 242.
Who Lives in Madrid?
According to the 2010 census, there were 231 people living in Madrid. Most residents were White, making up about 96.5% of the population. About 7.4% of the people were of Hispanic or Latino background.
The village had 96 households. Many of these were married couples living together. About 28% of households had children under 18 years old. The average household had about 2.4 people. The average age of people in Madrid was around 40.8 years old.
Notable Person
- John Mason - a famous American artist known for his modern art.
See also
In Spanish: Madrid (Nebraska) para niños
