Norfolk, Nebraska
Norfolk: city in Madison County, Nebraska, United States
About
Norfolk is a city located in the county of Madison in the U.S. state of Nebraska. Its population at the 2010 census was 24,210 and a population density of 867 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 24,363 inhabitants.
The city was created 160 years ago in 1865.
Quick Facts about Norfolk
| Population | 24,363 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Nebraska (United States) |
| County | Madison County |
| Postal code | 68701–68702 |
| Phone Area Codes | 402 |
| Area | 27.93 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.0283,-97.4170 |
| Altitude | 1,522 feet / 464 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1866 (160 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 21:33:20 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 872 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.63% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 86℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Norfolk is located at 42°1'42"N 97°25'1"W (42.0283400, -97.4170000).
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 86. South southwest wind 6 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Norfolk increased by 0.63% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 24,210 | - | census |
| 2011 | 24,326 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 24,370 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 24,420 | 0.2% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 24,384 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 24,335 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 24,314 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 24,444 | 0.53% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 24,512 | 0.28% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 24,449 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 24,363 | -0.35% | estimation process |
People born in Norfolk (22)
People born in Norfolk, including pole vaulter Jeremy Scott, politician Patrick M. Martin, voice actor, bass singer Thurl Ravenscroft, .
More notable people
- Joyce Ballantyne (American artist) she was born in 04/04/1918
- Doris Pawn (American actress (1894-1988)) she was born in 29/12/1894
- Andrew Shanle (Player of American football) he was born in 09/03/1983
- Andy Olson (American politician) he was born in 06/11/1952
- Bernice Neugarten (American psychologist) she was born in 11/02/1916
- Bill Lafleur (Player of American football) he was born in 25/02/1976
- Dean White (American billionaire) he was born in 01/01/1923
- Frank Marsh (American politician) he was born in 27/04/1924
- Jeromey Clary (American football player, offensive lineman) he was born in 05/11/1983
- Lee Beyer (American politician) he was born in 04/06/1948
- Scott Munter (American baseball player) he was born in 07/03/1980
- Philip N. Krasne (American film producer) he was born in 16/05/1905
- Kathy Campbell (American politician) she was born in 01/12/1946
- Jim Scheer (American politician) he was born in 19/09/1953
- Robert Hilkemann (American politician) he was born in 23/11/1947
- Jared Schuurmans (American discus thrower) he was born in 20/08/1987
- Bill Johnson (American basketball player) he was born in 08/01/1933
- Bob Lingenfelter (American football tackle and guard) he was born in 01/09/1954
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Norfolk, NE. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 181491 | Northeast Community College | Norfolk (NE) | 68702-0469 |
| 181783 | Wayne State College | Wayne (NE) | 68787 |
Closest post offices linked to Norfolk.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Norfolk Post Office | Norfolk (NE) | 68701 |
Other places with the same name (4)
- Norfolk, Virginia The most populous city in Virginia. with a population of 242,803 people.
- Norfolk, Massachusetts town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States of America with a population of 11,938 people.
- Norfolk, New York town in New York USA with a population of 4,397 people.
- Norfolk, Connecticut town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States of America with a population of 1,622 people.
Other cities in Madison County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Madison County , NE.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Madison | 2,343 | City in Madison County, Florida, United States |
| Battle Creek | 1,156 | City in Madison County, Nebraska, United States |
| Tilden | 936 | City in Nebraska |
| Meadow Grove | 283 | Village in Madison County, Nebraska, United States. |
| Newman Grove | 18 | City in Madison County, Nebraska, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Norfolk distances to largest Nebraska cities