Western, Nebraska
Western: village in Nebraska, USA
About
Western is a village located in the county of Saline in the U.S. state of Nebraska. Its population at the 2010 census was 235 and a population density of 187 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 228 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Western
| Population | 228 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Nebraska (United States) |
| County | Saline County |
| Postal code | 68464 |
| Area | 1.26 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.3936,-97.1981 |
| Altitude | 1,493 feet / 455 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 20:07:01 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 181 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.07% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 81℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Western is located at 40°23'37"N 97°11'53"W (40.3936100, -97.1981000).
Western map
Weather
Sunny, with a high near 81. South wind 12 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Western decreased by 3.07% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 235 | - | census |
| 2011 | 236 | 0.42% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 237 | 0.42% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 235 | -0.85% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 234 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 233 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 233 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 233 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 233 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 232 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 228 | -1.75% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Western, NE. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 181020 | Doane University | Crete (NE) | 68333 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Western, NE. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LNK | Lincoln | 201 North 7th St. | RAIL |
| HAS | Hastings | 501 West First St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Western.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Western Post Office | Western (NE) | 68464 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Western, Minnesota township in Otter Tail County, Minnesota with a population of 133 people.
Other cities in Saline County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Saline County , NE.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Crete | 6,875 | Town in Saline County, Nebraska, United States |
| Wilber | 1,809 | City in Saline County, Nebraska, United States |
| Friend | 946 | City in Nebraska, USA |
| Dorchester | 572 | Village in Nebraska |
| De Witt | 488 | Human settlement in Saline County, Nebraska, United States of America |
| Tobias | 103 | Village in Saline County, Nebraska, United States |
| Swanton | 88 | Human settlement in Saline County, Nebraska, United States of America |