Nuckolls County Map, Nebraska

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Nuckolls County, Nebraska

Nuckolls County is in down in south-central Nebraska, located right on the Kansas border. Superior is the biggest town but Nelson is the county seat.
Agriculture is the backbone of the economy. Corn, wheat, cattle are most common. The landscape is a mix of flat river valleys and rolling hills. The Republican River runs through here so it creates some nice spots for fishing and camping.
It’s pretty, in that quiet prairie way. The population’s been shrinking for years. Young folks tend to leave for the cities. But those who stay are deeply attached to the land. It’s been in their families for generations.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Nuckolls County |
County Seat | Nelson |
Population | Approximately 4,100 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Nelson, Superior, Ruskin, Hardy, Lawrence, Nora |
Interstates and Highways | US 136, NE 14, NE 8 |
FIPS Code | 31-129 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 576 square miles (Land: 575 sq mi, Water: 1 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Clay County (North), Fillmore County (Northeast), Thayer County (East), Republic County, Kansas (Southeast), Jewell County, Kansas (Southwest), Webster County (West) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
State | Nebraska |
Coordinates | 40.1787° N, 98.0533° W |
Etymology | Named after Stephen Friel Nuckolls, a pioneer settler and entrepreneur |
Major Landmarks | Rock Creek Station State Historical Park, Lovewell State Park (nearby in Kansas), Superior Estates Winery |
Website | Nuckolls County Website |
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