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Cedar Rapids, NE

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Population
379
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,770 ft
Median Home Value
$79,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$768/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$54,519
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Cedar Rapids

Cedar Rapids is a quiet village of around 400 residents tucked into the Cedar River Valley in east-central Nebraska. Named after the swift-moving river that flows past town, it is surrounded by rolling farmland, wide-open skies, and peaceful country roads. Life here moves at an easy, unhurried pace, making it an appealing spot for anyone looking for classic rural living.

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The community dates back to the late 1800s, originally growing around the railroad before settling into its role as a supportive hub for local farm families. Today, residents enjoy local parks, a beloved community library, and easy access to the river for fishing and kayaking. It is a tight-knit, friendly town where neighbors look out for one another and everyday life stays refreshingly simple.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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