Palisade, Nebraska facts for kids
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Palisade, Nebraska
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Village
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Downtown Palisade: looking north on Main Street
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Location of Palisade, Nebraska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| Counties | Hitchcock, Hayes |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.35 sq mi (0.92 km2) |
| • Land | 0.35 sq mi (0.92 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,763 ft (842 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 294 |
| • Density | 828.17/sq mi (319.74/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
69040
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| Area code(s) | 308 |
| FIPS code | 31-38130 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399611 |
Palisade is a small village located in the state of Nebraska, in the United States. It is found in both Hayes and Hitchcock counties. In 2020, about 294 people lived there.
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History of Palisade
Palisade was started in 1882. This was when the railroad tracks were built to reach this area. The village got its name because the land around it looked like a "palisade." A palisade is a tall fence of pointed wooden stakes, often used for defense.
Geography of Palisade
Most of Palisade is in Hitchcock County. Only a small part of the village reaches into Hayes County.
The village covers a total area of about 0.92 square kilometers (0.35 square miles). All of this area is land, with no water.
People of Palisade
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 126 | — | |
| 1900 | 176 | 39.7% | |
| 1910 | 380 | 115.9% | |
| 1920 | 527 | 38.7% | |
| 1930 | 731 | 38.7% | |
| 1940 | 799 | 9.3% | |
| 1950 | 694 | −13.1% | |
| 1960 | 544 | −21.6% | |
| 1970 | 372 | −31.6% | |
| 1980 | 401 | 7.8% | |
| 1990 | 381 | −5.0% | |
| 2000 | 386 | 1.3% | |
| 2010 | 351 | −9.1% | |
| 2020 | 294 | −16.2% | |
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In 2010, there were 351 people living in Palisade. These people lived in 162 homes. Most of the people were White (98.9%). A small number were Native American (1.1%).
The average age of people in the village was about 47 years old. About 21.7% of the residents were under 18 years old. About 24.2% were 65 years old or older. The number of males and females was almost equal.
Events in Palisade
Every year in June, Palisade holds a special event called "Palisade Pioneer Days." This celebration lasts for a whole weekend. It is a time for people who went to Palisade High School to come back and visit. The event includes fun games, shared meals, and a parade.
Notable Person from Palisade
- Ralph Arthur Bohlmann was a well-known seminary president.
See also
In Spanish: Palisade (Nebraska) para niños
