Farnam, Nebraska
Farnam: City in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States of America
About
Farnam is a city located in the county of Dawson in the U.S. state of Nebraska. Its population at the 2010 census was 171 and a population density of 98 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 164 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Farnam
| Population : | 164 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Nebraska (United States) |
| County : | Dawson County |
| Postal code : | 69029 |
| Area : | 1.74 km2 |
| Altitude : | 2,753 feet / 839 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 06:26:56 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 94 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -4.27% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Farnam is located at 40°42'21"N 100°12'53"W (40.7058400, -100.2148600).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Farnam decreased by 4.27% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 171 | - | census |
| 2011 | 170 | -0.59% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 168 | -1.19% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 170 | 1.18% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 169 | -0.59% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 168 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 167 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 167 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 167 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 165 | -1.21% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 164 | -0.61% | estimation process |
Schools in Farnam
College & universities near Farnam, NE
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 181765 | Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture | Curtis (NE) | 69025-9552 |
Stations (2)
Amtrak & bus stations near Farnam, NE
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCK | McCook | 101 Norris Ave. | RAIL |
| HLD | Holdrege | 100 West Ave. | RAIL |
Post offices near Farnam
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Moorefield Post Office | Moorefield (NE) | 69039 |
Other cities in Dawson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dawson County , NE.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington | 10,109 | City in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States |
| Cozad | 3,715 | City in Nebraska |
| Gothenburg | 3,424 | City in Nebraska, USA |
| Overton | 564 | Village in Nebraska, USA |
| Sumner | 218 | City in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States of America |
| Eddyville | 93 | City in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States of America |
