Cowles, Nebraska
Cowles: Human settlement in Webster County, Nebraska, United States of America
About
Cowles is a city located in the county of Webster in the U.S. state of Nebraska. Its population at the 2010 census was 30 and a population density of 21 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 27 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Cowles
| Population : | 27 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Nebraska (United States) |
| County : | Webster County |
| Postal code : | 68930 |
| Area : | 1.44 km2 |
| Altitude : | 1,791 feet / 546 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 06:30:57 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 19 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -11.11% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Cowles is located at 40°10'18"N 98°26'44"W (40.1716800, -98.4456100).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Cowles decreased by 11.11% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 30 | - | census |
| 2011 | 30 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 29 | -3.45% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 29 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 29 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 28 | -3.57% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 28 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 27 | -3.7% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 28 | 3.57% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 27 | -3.7% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 27 | 0% | estimation process |
Schools in Cowles
College & universities near Cowles, NE
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 181127 | Hastings College | Hastings (NE) | 68901 |
Stations (2)
Amtrak & bus stations near Cowles, NE
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAS | Hastings | 501 West First St. | RAIL |
| HLD | Holdrege | 100 West Ave. | RAIL |
Post offices near Cowles
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Red Cloud Post Office | Red Cloud (NE) | 68970 |
Other cities in Webster County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Webster County , NE.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Red Cloud | 895 | City in and the county seat of Webster County, Nebraska, United States |
| Blue Hill | 850 | City in Webster County, Nebraska |
| Bladen | 215 | Village in Nebraska |
| Guide Rock | 197 | Town |
