Central City, Nebraska is a small town of only 3,838 people as of the most recent census. It has a population density of 27 people per square mile, compared to the much higher US population density of 93 people per square mile.
Central City enjoys several small local businesses such as Apple Blossom Floral and Gifts, Puff's Too Bar and Grill, and Red's True Value Hardware. There is also a wide variety of year-round outdoor activities in Central City including camping at Harlan County Reservoir, fishing on the North Loup River, hunting in the nearby woods or prairies, snowmobiling down several trails in the area, or visiting one of the many historical sites like Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park.
For residents who are looking for more organized activities, there are several organizations that call Central City home such as 4-H clubs in Merrick County and Boy Scouts troops throughout central Nebraska. Sports fans can also enjoy events put on by both Central Nebraska Jr College Bulldogs and Central City High School teams throughout the year.
The population in Central City (zip 68826) is 3,838. There are 27 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Central City (zip 68826) is 39.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Central City (zip 68826) is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Central City (zip 68826)
- 58.6% are married
- 12.6% are divorced
- 21.5% are married with children
- 15.3% have children, but are single
Race in Central City (zip 68826)
- 92.8% are White
- 0.9% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander