Prairie Creek township, Nebraska
Prairie Creek township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Prairie Creek township is a geographic entity located in Hall County, Nebraska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 266. The land area covers 35.43 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | ±115 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 58.7 yrs | ±11.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 126 | ±46 | 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 | 126 | ±46 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 126 | ±46 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| 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 | $110,000 | ±$47,331 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,797 | ±$9,445 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% | ±7.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 15 | ±22 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±7.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 131 | ±76 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.1% | ±17.9% |
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: 62,869 (2024)
ID: 169502
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
121 S PINE ST, 1, GRAND ISLAND NE 68801-6086
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | GRAND ISLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | GRAND ISLAND, NE | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | GRAND ISLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | GRAND ISLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CAIRO, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CAIRO, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GRAND ISLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GRAND ISLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GRAND ISLAND, NE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GRAND ISLAND, NE |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Central Community College
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College | 8.5 mi away | 3134 West Hwy 34, Grand Island, NE, 68802-4903 |
3083984222
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GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 1124 W. 2ND ST., GRAND ISLAND, NE, 68801 |
(308) 385-5333
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SAINT PAUL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 1301 HOWARD AVENUE, ST. PAUL, NE, 68873 |
(308) 754-5223
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MALTMAN MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 910 MAIN STREET, WOOD RIVER, NE, 68883 |
(308) 583-2349
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SHELTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.1 mi away | 313 C STREET, SHELTON, NE, 68876 |
(308) 647-5182
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CENTRAL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.0 mi away | 1604 15TH AVENUE, CENTRAL CITY, NE, 68826 |
(308) 946-2512
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ALICE M. FARR LIBRARY
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Library | 24.8 mi away | 1603 L STREET, AURORA, NE, 68818 |
(402) 694-2272
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RAVENNA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.8 mi away | 324 MILAN AVENUE, RAVENNA, NE, 68869 |
(308) 452-4213
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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 GRAND ISLAND AP, NE US, located 7.0 miles from Prairie Creek township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.1° | 15.6° | 25.9° | 0.61" | 6.8" |
| February | 40.4° | 19.1° | 29.7° | 0.74" | 7.3" |
| March | 52.6° | 28.8° | 40.7° | 1.39" | 3.8" |
| April | 63.3° | 38.6° | 51.0° | 2.52" | 1.6" |
| May | 73.4° | 50.5° | 62.0° | 4.70" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.4° | 61.1° | 72.8° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.1° | 65.8° | 77.0° | 3.51" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.8° | 63.5° | 74.6° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.3° | 53.9° | 66.6° | 2.00" | 0.1" |
| October | 65.6° | 40.6° | 53.1° | 1.99" | 1.1" |
| November | 51.1° | 28.1° | 39.6° | 1.10" | 2.3" |
| December | 38.9° | 18.9° | 28.9° | 0.84" | 4.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Libory CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
| Grand Island city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Cairo village | Village | 8.6 mi | — |
| Alda village | Village | 9.6 mi | — |
| Dannebrog village | Village | 9.8 mi | — |
| Phillips village | Village | 13.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3107940080. • 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.