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Hildreth, NE

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Population
366
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
2,184 ft
Median Home Value
$115,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$698/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$59,643
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Hildreth

Hildreth is a quiet farming village in Franklin County, located about 27 miles south of Kearney. The town took root in the 1870s when German homesteaders settled the surrounding prairie, followed by the arrival of the railroad in 1885. Named after local banker Carson Hildreth, the settlement quickly grew into a central hub for area farmers and ranchers, establishing the close-knit agricultural roots that still shape the town today.

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Today, Hildreth offers a peaceful, slow-paced lifestyle with a population of around 350 residents. The layout remains easy to navigate, featuring quiet residential streets, a handful of local businesses, and a straightforward drive north to Kearney for work, healthcare, and retail. It is a practical option for anyone looking for affordable rural living, friendly neighbors, and wide-open Nebraska skies.

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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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