Wilber, Nebraska facts for kids
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Wilber, Nebraska
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Downtown Wilber viewed from West 3rd Street (Nebraska Highway 41), July 2017
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Location of Wilber, Nebraska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Saline |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.91 sq mi (2.34 km2) |
| • Land | 0.90 sq mi (2.33 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,335 ft (407 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,937 |
| • Density | 2,149.83/sq mi (830.39/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68465
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| Area code(s) | 402 |
| FIPS code | 31-52960 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397309 |
| Website | https://cityofwilber.com/ |
Wilber is a small city in Nebraska, a state in the United States. It is the main city, or county seat, of Saline County. In 2010, about 1,855 people lived there.
Wilber is special because it is known as the "Czech Capital of the USA." This is because many people in Wilber have Czech heritage. Every August, the city holds a big festival to celebrate this heritage. Students in Wilber go to Wilber-Clatonia High School.
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History of Wilber
Wilber was officially started in 1873. It was named after C. D. Wilber, who helped plan the city. A few years later, in 1878, Wilber became the county seat for Saline County. This means it became the center for the county's government.
On July 10, 1987, something very important happened for Wilber. The president at the time, Ronald Reagan, signed a special paper. This paper officially declared Wilber as the "Czech Capital of the United States." This honor highlights the city's strong connection to Czech culture.
Every year, Wilber hosts a fun event called Czech Days. This festival is a big celebration of the city's Czech roots. People enjoy music, food, and traditions from the Czech culture.
Where is Wilber Located?
Wilber is located in the state of Nebraska. It covers a total area of about 2.33 square kilometers (0.90 square miles). All of this area is land.
People of Wilber
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 710 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,226 | 72.7% | |
| 1900 | 1,054 | −14.0% | |
| 1910 | 1,219 | 15.7% | |
| 1920 | 1,255 | 3.0% | |
| 1930 | 1,352 | 7.7% | |
| 1940 | 1,355 | 0.2% | |
| 1950 | 1,356 | 0.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,358 | 0.1% | |
| 1970 | 1,483 | 9.2% | |
| 1980 | 1,624 | 9.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,527 | −6.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,761 | 15.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,855 | 5.3% | |
| 2020 | 1,937 | 4.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2012 Estimate |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 1,855 people living in Wilber. These people lived in 696 households. About 449 of these households were families.
Most of the people living in Wilber were White (90.5%). There were also smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian people. About 10.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (34.9%) had children under 18 years old. About 51.6% of households were married couples living together. The average age of people in Wilber was 38.8 years.
Famous People from Wilber
Wilber has been home to several notable individuals. These are people who have achieved recognition in different fields.
- Dana Altman: He is a well-known basketball coach. He is currently the head men's basketball coach at the University of Oregon.
- C. L. Edson: He was a writer. He was famous for his newspaper columns, humor, and poetry.
- Steve Hokuf: He was a professional American football player.
- Josh Lamberson: He is also an American football player and a coach.
- Russ Karpisek: He served as a legislator for Nebraska. This means he helped make laws for the state.
- Laurence Wild: He was a talented basketball player. He was named an All-American in 1913. He also served as the 30th Governor of American Samoa.
See also
In Spanish: Wilber (Nebraska) para niños
