McPherson County Map, Nebraska
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McPherson County, Nebraska
McPherson County sits in the Sandhills of west-central Nebraska. It’s about as rural as you can get. Tryon is the county seat and has a population of less than 200. That’s not a typo.
The whole county has fewer than 500 people. This means that it’s one of the least populous in the entire state of Nebraska.
Ranching is the main industry. The landscape is all rolling hills and grasslands so it’s beautiful in its own way. There’s not much to do out here. Folks make their own entertainment. The night sky is something else, though. You’ve never seen so many stars.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | McPherson County |
| County Seat | Tryon |
| Population | Approximately 450 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Tryon |
| Interstates and Highways | NE 92, NE 97 |
| FIPS Code | 31-117 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 860 square miles (Land: 859 sq mi, Water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Hooker County (North), Thomas County (Northeast), Logan County (East), Lincoln County (Southeast), Keith County (Southwest), Arthur County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Nebraska |
| Coordinates | 41.5706° N, 100.5381° W |
| Etymology | Named after John McPherson, an early Nebraska politician |
| Major Landmarks | McPherson County Courthouse and Jail, Sandhills Journey Scenic Byway |
| Website | McPherson County Website |
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