Buffalo County Map, Nebraska

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Buffalo County, Nebraska

Central Nebraska is home to Buffalo County. Kearney is the county seat and is home to the University of Nebraska at Kearney. This gives the area a bit of a youthful vibe.
The Platte River runs through the southern region, providing habitat for all sorts of wildlife. Every spring, thousands of sandhill cranes stop by during their migration. It’s quite a sight.
Farming is big business, with corn and soybeans dominating the landscape. The Great Platte River Road Archway Monument is a unique attraction spanning I-80. Visitors might also enjoy exploring Fort Kearny State Historical Park.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Buffalo County |
County Seat | Kearney |
Population | Approximately 52,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Kearney, Gibbon, Shelton, Ravenna, Elm Creek, Riverdale |
Interstates and Highways | I-80, US 30, NE 10 |
FIPS Code | 31-019 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 975 square miles (Land: 968 sq mi, Water: 7 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Hall County (East), Adams County (Southeast), Kearney County (South), Phelps County (Southwest), Dawson County (West), Custer County (Northwest), Sherman County (North), Howard County (Northeast) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
State | Nebraska |
Coordinates | 40.7251° N, 99.0832° W |
Etymology | Named after the American bison, commonly referred to as buffalo |
Major Landmarks | University of Nebraska at Kearney, Great Platte River Road Archway, Yanney Heritage Park |
Website | Buffalo County Website |
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