Bristow township, Nebraska
Bristow township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Bristow township is a geographic entity located in Boyd County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 103. The land area covers 32.90 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 103 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 63.2 yrs | ±14.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 62 | ±38 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 82 | ±37 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 62 | ±38 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 20 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $183,600 | ±$71,686 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $108,500 | ±$78,472 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,164 | ±$19,270 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.8% | ±4.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 9 | ±8 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±11.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 84 | ±63 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 98.4% | ±84.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF BRISTOW
GUS Population: 99 (2024)
ID: 169757
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TREASURER
89637 US HIGHWAY 281, SPENCER NE 68777-3558
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GUS Population: 1,700 (2024)
ID: 130171
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIR
PO BOX 26, BUTTE NE 68722-0026
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Education
Listing 5 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BUTTE, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | LYNCH, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | SPENCER, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | SPENCER, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Marty, SD |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 5 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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SPENCER TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 110 WEST MAIN STREET, SPENCER, NE, 68777 |
(402) 589-1331
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LAKE ANDES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.3 mi away | 17 PARK AVENUE, LAKE ANDES, SD, 57356 |
(605) 487-7524
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IHANKTONWAN COMMUNITY/COLLEGE LIBRARY
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Library | 24.3 mi away | 200 S MAIN, MARTY, SD, 57361 |
(605) 384-3997
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O`NEILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.4 mi away | 601 E. DOUGLAS ST., O`NEILL, NE, 68763 |
(402) 336-3110
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WAGNER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.5 mi away | 106 SHERIDAN AVE, WAGNER, SD, 57380 |
(605) 384-5248
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BUTTE, NE US, located 14.5 miles from Bristow township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.4° | 10.8° | 21.1° | 0.54" | 6.2" |
| February | 35.5° | 13.9° | 24.7° | 0.80" | 6.5" |
| March | 47.1° | 23.5° | 35.3° | 1.47" | 5.9" |
| April | 58.0° | 33.6° | 45.8° | 3.12" | 5.0" |
| May | 69.2° | 45.3° | 57.3° | 4.23" | 0.2" |
| June | 79.6° | 56.4° | 68.0° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.9° | 62.1° | 74.0° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.8° | 59.8° | 71.8° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.4° | 50.2° | 63.3° | 2.63" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.8° | 36.9° | 49.3° | 2.37" | 1.1" |
| November | 46.8° | 24.0° | 35.4° | 0.86" | 4.4" |
| December | 34.0° | 14.7° | 24.4° | 0.66" | 6.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristow village | Village | 2.4 mi | — |
| Spencer village | Village | 6.8 mi | — |
| Lynch village | Village | 7.0 mi | — |
| Gross village | Village | 9.6 mi | — |
| Monowi village | Village | 13.8 mi | — |
| Butte village | Village | 14.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3101506435. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.