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Howard City (Boelus), NE

Population
175
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,915 ft
Median Home Value
$80,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$675/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$68,750
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Howard City (Boelus)

Boelus is a small, peaceful village nestled where the Middle and South Loup rivers meet in central Nebraska. Though legally named Howard City, everyone knows the town as Boelus thanks to an early postal mix-up. Home to under 200 residents, it offers a friendly, close-knit atmosphere surrounded by scenic river country. It is a great spot for anyone seeking quiet rural living with easy access to outdoor recreation and a short drive to Grand Island for everyday conveniences.

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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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