Weston, Nebraska facts for kids
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Weston, Nebraska
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Downtown Weston, October 2011
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Location of Weston, Nebraska
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 Weston, Nebraska
Location in Nebraska
Weston, Nebraska
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Saunders |
| Township | Chapman |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.22 sq mi (0.58 km2) |
| • Land | 0.22 sq mi (0.58 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,250 ft (380 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 250 |
| • Density | 1,121.08/sq mi (432.68/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68070
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| Area code(s) | 402 |
| FIPS code | 31-52540 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2400155 |
Weston is a small village located in Saunders County, Nebraska, in the United States. In 2020, about 250 people lived there. It is a quiet community in the heart of Nebraska.
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History of Weston
Weston was officially started in 1877. This happened when the Omaha & Republican Valley Railroad built its tracks to this spot. The town was "platted," which means its streets and land lots were carefully planned out. The railroad helped the village grow by connecting it to other places.
Geography of Weston
Weston is a small village that covers about 0.22 square miles (0.58 square kilometers). This entire area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the village limits. It is located in a flat area of Nebraska.
People Living in Weston
The number of people living in Weston has changed over the years. In 1890, there were 341 residents. The population grew to 432 by 1910. Since then, the number of people has slowly decreased. In 2020, 250 people called Weston home.
Weston's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 324 people living in Weston. These people lived in 132 different homes. Most of the people in Weston were White. A small number were from other racial backgrounds. About 5.6% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many homes in Weston were families. About 30% of homes had children under 18. Over half of the homes were married couples living together. The average family size was about three people. The average age of people in Weston was around 41.5 years old.
Famous People from Weston
Weston, though small, has been home to some notable people.
- Bob Cerv was a professional baseball player. He played for teams like the New York Yankees.
- Zach Miller is a professional football player. He played as a tight end for the Chicago Bears.
See also
In Spanish: Weston (Nebraska) para niños
