Hickman, NE

Hickman is a fast-growing small town sitting just fifteen minutes south of Lincoln, making it a natural choice for commuters who want a quiet home base near the capital. Named after early settler C.H. Heckman (thanks to a classic nineteenth-century spelling mix-up on the county plat), the area has grown from a humble railroad stop into a thriving community surrounded by rolling farmland. It offers a relaxed, neighborhood-focused atmosphere while keeping all of Lincoln's jobs, dining, and entertainment close at hand.

ATTRCharles O'Rear / Public domain

Families are often drawn to town by the Norris School District, a well-regarded public school system that serves Hickman and the surrounding countryside. Outdoor recreation is right down the road, with Stagecoach and Wagon Train state recreation areas offering easy spots for weekend camping, fishing, and lakeside trails. With its quiet subdivisions, local parks, and friendly small-town feel, Hickman delivers the space of rural Nebraska without taking you far from the city.