Highland township, Nebraska
Highland township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Highland township is a geographic entity located in Adams County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 288. The land area covers 34.24 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 288 | ±135 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs | ±22.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 102 | ±57 | 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 | 102 | ±57 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 102 | ±57 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | $317,100 | ±$158,854 |
| 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 | $105,625 | ±$55,859 |
| Per Capita Income | $60,088 | ±$37,387 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±10 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±8.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 119 | ±74 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.2% | ±14.6% |
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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GUS Population: 31,196 (2024)
ID: 108352
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 2067, HASTINGS NE 68902-2067
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | 09-12 | HASTINGS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | JUNIATA, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | HASTINGS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | HASTINGS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HASTINGS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | GRAND ISLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | DONIPHAN, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | DONIPHAN, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | HASTINGS, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HASTINGS, NE |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Hastings College
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College | 6.1 mi away | 710 N Turner Ave, Hastings, NE, 68901 |
40246324027405
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HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 314 N DENVER AV, HASTINGS, NE, 68901 |
(402) 461-2346
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Central Community College
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College | 16.6 mi away | 3134 West Hwy 34, Grand Island, NE, 68802-4903 |
3083984222
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HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 314 N DENVER AV, HASTINGS, NE, 68901 |
(402) 461-2346
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MALTMAN MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 910 MAIN STREET, WOOD RIVER, NE, 68883 |
(308) 583-2349
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SHELTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 313 C STREET, SHELTON, NE, 68876 |
(308) 647-5182
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HARVARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 309 NORTH CLAY AVENUE, HARVARD, NE, 68944 |
(402) 772-7101
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GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.9 mi away | 1124 W. 2ND ST., GRAND ISLAND, NE, 68801 |
(308) 385-5333
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GIBBON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 116 LABARRE STREET, GIBBON, NE, 68840 |
(308) 468-5889
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BLUE HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 317 WEST GAGE STREET, BLUE HILL, NE, 68930 |
(402) 756-2701
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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 HASTINGS 4N, NE US, located 3.5 miles from Highland township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.5° | 15.2° | 25.4° | 0.62" | 6.5" |
| February | 39.9° | 18.5° | 29.2° | 0.83" | 7.5" |
| March | 52.2° | 28.0° | 40.1° | 1.39" | 3.8" |
| April | 62.5° | 37.7° | 50.1° | 3.00" | 1.7" |
| May | 72.6° | 49.5° | 61.0° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.1° | 60.3° | 71.7° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.8° | 64.6° | 75.7° | 3.79" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.5° | 62.3° | 73.4° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.3° | 53.2° | 65.8° | 2.23" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.9° | 40.1° | 52.5° | 2.01" | 1.2" |
| November | 50.2° | 27.5° | 38.9° | 1.25" | 2.3" |
| December | 38.2° | 18.3° | 28.3° | 0.90" | 5.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings city | City | 5.2 mi | — |
| Juniata village | Village | 5.5 mi | — |
| Prosser village | Village | 7.1 mi | — |
| Doniphan village | Village | 9.1 mi | — |
| Trumbull village | Village | 9.3 mi | — |
| Kenesaw village | Village | 11.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3100122360. • 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.