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Ogallala, NE

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Population
4,698
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
3,223 ft
Median Home Value
$155,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$667/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$58,556
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, Nebraska51 miles away · 22,524 residents.

About Ogallala

Ogallala is a city and the county seat of Keith County, Nebraska, situated along the South Platte River. Developing as a historic Union Pacific railhead and cattle drive terminus, the Western-heritage community of approximately 4,777 is located near Lake McConaughy and is served by the Ogallala Public School District 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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