Cozad, NE

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Population
3,924
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
2,489 ft
Median Home Value
$121,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$851/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$54,471
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About Cozad

Located in south-central Nebraska along the Platte River valley, Cozad is a welcoming small town with deep frontier roots and a relaxed pace. Famously situated right on the 100th meridian, the community marks the historic line where the green Midwest transitions into the high plains of the American West. Newcomers will find a quiet, friendly place to settle down, complete with a preserved brick downtown, solid local schools, and a surprisingly rich art heritage centered around the Robert Henri Museum. With convenient access to Route 30 and Interstate 80, it offers an easy and affordable slice of central Nebraska living.

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