Prague, Nebraska facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Prague, Nebraska
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Downtown Prague
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Location of Prague, Nebraska
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 Prague, Nebraska
Location in Nebraska
Prague, Nebraska
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Saunders |
| Township | Elk |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.33 sq mi (0.84 km2) |
| • Land | 0.33 sq mi (0.84 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,342 ft (409 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 291 |
| • Density | 892.64/sq mi (344.91/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68050
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| Area code(s) | 402 |
| FIPS code | 31-39975 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399017 |
Prague is a small village in Saunders County, Nebraska, United States. In 2020, about 291 people lived there. The village got its name from Prague, which is the capital city of Bohemia (now part of the Czech Republic). Even though it's spelled like the big city, people in Nebraska say its name differently. It rhymes with the name "Craig."
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History of Prague, Nebraska
Prague was officially started in 1887. This happened when the railroad lines were built to reach that area. Many of the first people who settled here came from Bohemia. Because of this, they decided to name the new village "Prague."
Geography and Location
Prague is located in the state of Nebraska. The United States Census Bureau says the village covers a total area of about 0.31 square miles (0.84 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Population and People
The number of people living in Prague has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population counts from different years:
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| 1890 | 185 | — | |
| 1900 | 324 | 75.1% | |
| 1910 | 394 | 21.6% | |
| 1920 | 353 | −10.4% | |
| 1930 | 421 | 19.3% | |
| 1940 | 385 | −8.6% | |
| 1950 | 396 | 2.9% | |
| 1960 | 372 | −6.1% | |
| 1970 | 291 | −21.8% | |
| 1980 | 285 | −2.1% | |
| 1990 | 282 | −1.1% | |
| 2000 | 346 | 22.7% | |
| 2010 | 303 | −12.4% | |
| 2020 | 291 | −4.0% | |
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Prague's Population in 2010
In 2010, the census showed that 303 people lived in Prague. There were 125 households, which are groups of people living together. Out of these, 81 were families.
Most people in the village were White (97.7%). A small number were Native American or from two or more races. About 0.7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 29.6% of households had children under 18. Many households (48.8%) were married couples living together. The average household had about 2.42 people. The average family had about 3.01 people.
The average age of people in Prague was 42.3 years old. About 22.8% of residents were under 18. About 20.1% were 65 years old or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (50.5%) and females (49.5%).
Fun Things to Do
If you like spending time outdoors, the Czechland Lake Recreation Area is a great spot. It's located just one mile northwest of Prague. You can go there for different outdoor activities.
Local Culture and Traditions
Prague is famous for something special: it's known as the home of the world's largest kolach. A kolach is a type of sweet Czech pastry. You can see a sign about this giant kolach along Nebraska Highway 79 when you drive into town from the south. It's a fun fact about the village!
See also
In Spanish: Prague (Nebraska) para niños
