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Nebraska has 93 counties, a population of more than 2 million people, about 586 zip codes and 536 public school districts. Those counties vary widely in population, school enrollment, zip code coverage and local boundary structure. Douglas County has the largest population in the state, while McPherson County has the smallest. Browse the map, population, zip codes, school districts, subdivisions and county list sections below to explore further. Or, simply start typing in the box below to go directly to that county.
Interactive Nebraska County Map
This Nebraska county map preview highlights population-by-county context, ZIP code coverage, school districts, and local boundary structure. Full statewide and county-level data packages are available when you need complete downloadable datasets. Click or tap any county to view its maps, trends and data.
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Nebraska Population By County
Nebraska's population was over 2 million in 2020, up 135,164 (7.40%) residents from 2010. Douglas County had the largest population in the state with 584,526 people. Lancaster and Sarpy Counties also stand out as major population centers. McPherson County was the least populated area in Nebraska with only 399 residents. The table below compares Nebraska county populations and recent population trends.
The Most Populated Counties In Nebraska
| County | Population | Trend (2010-2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Douglas County | 584,526 | ▴ 13.04% |
| Lancaster County | 322,608 | ▴ 13.03% |
| Sarpy County | 190,604 | ▴ 20.00% |
| Hall County | 62,895 | ▴ 7.32% |
| Buffalo County | 50,084 | ▴ 8.64% |
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County populations reflect the latest state serving context (2020).
Nebraska County Map With ZIP Codes
Nebraska has about 586 zip codes statewide. Lancaster County contains the most zip codes, with 37. County-level zip code maps give a faster and clearer way to understand local coverage as zip boundaries can span county and municipal lines. The maps below highlight a few Nebraska counties.
Nebraska School Districts By County
Nebraska has 536 public school districts with 577,243 students enrolled as of 2024. Custer County has the highest district count in the state. Douglas County has the largest total school enrollment. Douglas County posted the largest recent enrollment gain. The table below compares county level school district totals and recent enrollment trends across the state.
Largest School Districts in Nebraska
| County | Districts | Enrollment | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custer County | 14 | 4,764 | ▾ 2.02% |
| Lincoln County | 13 | 6,920 | ▾ 1.09% |
| Douglas County | 11 | 116,568 | ▴ 1.14% |
| Otoe County | 11 | 10,163 | ▾ 1.14% |
| Knox County | 11 | 3,053 | ▾ 0.62% |
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School district enrollment and trend values reflect the most recent state-level context (2024).
Nebraska County Map With Subdivisions
Nebraska has about 1,182 local subdivisions statewide. These boundaries add another layer of detail within counties and help show how local subdivision lines fit inside county boundaries. The previews below highlight a few Nebraska counties with subdivision map coverage.
Get the Full Nebraska Data Package
The sections above provide a preview of Nebraska county maps and county-level data. The full package includes complete statewide coverage with ready-to-use files for mapping, planning, and analysis.
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