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Central City, NE

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Population
3,184
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,699 ft
Median Home Value
$165,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$677/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$73,229
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Central City in context.

OverallBest places in NebraskaPopulation rankingHighest population places in NebraskaNearest larger communityGrand Island, Nebraska23 miles away · 53,943 residents.

About Central City

Central City is a city and the county seat of Merrick County, Nebraska, operating within the Grand Island metropolitan area. Positioned two miles northwest of the Platte River along historic U.S. Route 30 and the old Mormon Trail, the agricultural trade center of approximately 3,061 is served by Central City Public Schools locally.

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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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