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Gothenburg, NE

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Population
3,430
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
2,566 ft
Median Home Value
$191,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$883/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$79,219
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in NebraskaPopulation rankingHighest population places in NebraskaNearest larger communityNorth Platte, Nebraska34 miles away · 22,524 residents.

About Gothenburg

Gothenburg is a city in Dawson County, Nebraska, situated along the Platte River. Named in honor of the Swedish city of Gothenburg and retaining strong Swedish heritage, this historic agricultural community of approximately 3,452 lies along the route of the Pony Express Trail and is served by the Gothenburg 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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