Ponca, Nebraska facts for kids
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Ponca, Nebraska
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The downtown Ponca Historic District is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
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| Motto(s):
"A Great Place To Visit, A Better Place To Live"
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Location within Dixon County (left) and Nebraska (right)
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Dixon |
| Established | 1856 |
| Incorporated | 1871 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.77 sq mi (2.00 km2) |
| • Land | 0.77 sq mi (2.00 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,201 ft (366 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 907 |
| • Density | 1,173.35/sq mi (453.02/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68770
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| Area code(s) | 402 |
| FIPS code | 31-39695 |
| GNIS feature ID | 838195 |
Ponca is a city in Nebraska, United States. It is the main town, or county seat, of Dixon County. In 2020, about 907 people lived there.
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History of Ponca
When Was Ponca Founded?
Ponca was started in 1856. This makes it the fourth oldest town in Nebraska! It got its name from the Ponca Native American tribe, who originally lived in this area. In 1871, Ponca officially became a village.
How Did Ponca Grow?
The town grew bigger when a railroad, the Covington, Columbus and Black Hills Railroad, reached it in 1876. This made it easier for people and goods to travel to and from Ponca.
Ponca's Famous Rodeo
Ponca is home to one of Nebraska's oldest rodeos. It's called the "Days of '56" rodeo. This name honors the year the community was founded. The rodeo happens every year during the last full weekend in June. In 2018, the rodeo celebrated its 50th anniversary!
Where is Ponca Located?
Ponca is a small city, covering about 0.73 square miles (1.9 square kilometers) of land. It is part of the larger Sioux City metropolitan area, which includes parts of Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota.
Who Lives in Ponca?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 594 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,009 | 69.9% | |
| 1900 | 1,043 | 3.4% | |
| 1910 | 1,000 | −4.1% | |
| 1920 | 1,014 | 1.4% | |
| 1930 | 920 | −9.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,003 | 9.0% | |
| 1950 | 893 | −11.0% | |
| 1960 | 924 | 3.5% | |
| 1970 | 984 | 6.5% | |
| 1980 | 1,057 | 7.4% | |
| 1990 | 877 | −17.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,062 | 21.1% | |
| 2010 | 961 | −9.5% | |
| 2020 | 907 | −5.6% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 961 people living in Ponca. Most of the people (about 97.8%) were White. A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 1.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Ponca was about 43.9 years old. Roughly a quarter of the residents were under 18 years old.
Parks and Outdoor Fun
Ponca State Park
Just two miles north of the city, you'll find Ponca State Park. This park is famous for its thick forests and steep hills along the Missouri River. It's a great place for outdoor activities. You can even start a float trip down the National Wild and Scenic River from here!
Famous People from Ponca
- Tommy Atkins, a baseball player
- Pug Bennett, another baseball player
See also
In Spanish: Ponca (Nebraska) para niños
