Sterling, NE is a small town in the center of the United States with a population of 590 as reported by the US Census Bureau. Sterling has a low population density of 1,115 people per square mile, compared to 93 people per square mile for the entire United States. Despite its small size, Sterling is full of life and is home to local businesses such as Steve's Custom Repair Shop, Joe's Diner, and Papa Joe's Pizza Parlor. Furthermore, Sterling offers year-round outdoor activities such as fishing and camping at nearby Eagle Creek Park. Other local organizations include The Sterling Literary Society and The Women’s Club of Sterling. Various sporting events are also hosted throughout the year including softball tournaments, basketball games at the high school arena, and various football competitions between neighboring towns.
The population in Sterling is 590. There are 1,450 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Sterling is 39, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Sterling is 1.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Sterling
- 55.4% are married
- 13.4% are divorced
- 37.9% are married with children
- 20.2% have children, but are single
Race in Sterling
- 95.6% are White
- 0.2% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.8% claim Other
- 3.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander