Lexington, Nebraska
Lexington: city in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States
About
Lexington is a city located in the county of Dawson in the U.S. state of Nebraska. Its population at the 2010 census was 10,230 and a population density of 876 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 10,109 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Lexington
| Population | 10,109 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Nebraska (United States) |
| County | Dawson County |
| Different from | Plum Creek Township |
| Postal code | 68850 |
| Phone Area Codes | 308 |
| Area | 11.68 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.7808,-99.7415 |
| Altitude | 2,392 feet / 729 meters |
| Capital city | Lexington is capital of Dawson County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:45:45 (14th April 2026) |
| Density | 865 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.2% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 76℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Dowtown Lexington Nebraska image
Geography
Lexington is located at 40°46'51"N 99°44'29"W (40.7808400, -99.7415000).
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Weather
76°F
Chance Rain Showers
5 to 15 mph WNW
Tuesday
A chance of rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Lexington decreased by 1.2% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,230 | - | census |
| 2011 | 10,198 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 10,110 | -0.87% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 10,129 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 10,104 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 10,083 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 10,065 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 10,013 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 10,147 | 1.32% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 10,115 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 10,109 | -0.06% | estimation process |
Lexington zip code is 68850.
County name: Dawson, County
fips: 31047
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People born in Lexington (10)
People born in Lexington, including United States Navy sailor and politician Bill Barrett, Player of football Mick Tingelhoff, soccer player Aage Brix, .
More notable people
- Cliff Lee (American baseball player (1896-1980)) he was born in 04/08/1896
- Monte Kiffin (American and football player and coach, Canadian football player) he was born in 29/02/1940
- Ralph Kreitz (Major League Baseball catcher) he was born in 13/11/1885
- Larry Naviaux (American football player and coach) he was born in 01/01/1937
- Roy Temple House (chair of the Department of Modern Languages at the University of Oklahoma) he was born in 26/05/1878
- Wee Willie Smith (American-football player (1910-1996)) he was born in 02/07/1910
- Joseph P. Kelly (United States Attorney in Nebraska) he was born in 01/01/1956
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Lexington, NE. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLD | Holdrege | 100 West Ave. | RAIL |
| MCK | McCook | 101 Norris Ave. | RAIL |
| HAS | Hastings | 501 West First St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Lexington.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Post Office | Lexington (NE) | 68850 |
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Other cities in Dawson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dawson County , NE.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Farnam | 164 | City in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States of America |
| Eddyville | 93 | City in Dawson County, Nebraska, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Lexington distances to largest Nebraska cities