Springfield, Nebraska facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Springfield, Nebraska
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Main Street (2012)
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Location of Springfield within Sarpy County and Nebraska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Sarpy |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.62 sq mi (4.19 km2) |
| • Land | 1.62 sq mi (4.19 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,109 ft (338 m) |
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| • Total | 1,501 |
| • Density | 928.84/sq mi (358.60/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68059
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| Area code(s) | 402, 531 |
| FIPS code | 31-46520 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395943 |
Springfield is a small and friendly town located in Sarpy County, Nebraska, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,501 people lived there.
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A Look Back: Springfield's History
Springfield was first planned out in 1873. A veteran from the U.S. Civil War, J. D. Spearman, created the town's layout. He did this because he knew the Missouri Pacific Railroad was coming soon. The town got its name from the many natural springs nearby.
Where is Springfield?
Springfield is a small city, covering about 0.69 square miles (1.79 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
The closest hospital is Midlands Hospital. It is about 9.1 miles away in Papillion. Papillion is also where the main county courthouse is located.
Who Lives in Springfield?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 400 | — | |
| 1910 | 463 | 15.8% | |
| 1920 | 413 | −10.8% | |
| 1930 | 419 | 1.5% | |
| 1940 | 370 | −11.7% | |
| 1950 | 377 | 1.9% | |
| 1960 | 506 | 34.2% | |
| 1970 | 795 | 57.1% | |
| 1980 | 782 | −1.6% | |
| 1990 | 1,426 | 82.4% | |
| 2000 | 1,450 | 1.7% | |
| 2010 | 1,529 | 5.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,501 | −1.8% | |
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Springfield's Population in 2010
In 2010, the census showed that 1,529 people lived in Springfield. There were 575 households, which means 575 homes where people lived. Out of these, 423 were families.
Most people in Springfield were White (95.8%). A small number were African American, Native American, or Asian. About 1.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many homes (37.6%) had children under 18 living there. Most households (56.2%) were married couples living together. The average household had about 2.66 people. The average family had about 3.12 people.
The average age of people in Springfield was 37.3 years old. About 27.7% of residents were under 18. About 11.2% were 65 years old or older. Slightly more males (51.4%) lived in the city than females (48.6%).
Fun Things to Do
Springfield is home to the Sarpy County Fair. This fun event happens every August.
The MoPac Trail is a path that starts in Springfield. It goes south towards the Platte River. This trail is part of a bigger plan to connect the cities of Omaha and Lincoln.
See also
In Spanish: Springfield (Nebraska) para niños
