Red Cloud, Nebraska
Red Cloud: city in and the county seat of Webster County, Nebraska, United States
About
Red Cloud is a city located in the county of Webster in the U.S. state of Nebraska. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,020 and a population density of 383 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 895 inhabitants.
The city was created 155 years ago in 1870.
Quick Facts about Red Cloud
| Population | 895 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Nebraska (United States) |
| County | Webster County |
| Postal code | 68970 |
| Phone Area Codes | 402 |
| Area | 2.66 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.0889,-98.5195 |
| Altitude | 1,716 feet / 523 meters |
| Capital city | Red Cloud is capital of Webster County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1871 (155 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 17:26:54 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 336 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -13.97% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 68℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Red Cloud is located at 40°5'20"N 98°31'10"W (40.0889000, -98.5195000).
Red Cloud map
Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 68. West northwest wind 15 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Red Cloud
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Red Cloud decreased by 13.97% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,020 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,002 | -1.8% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 995 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 966 | -3% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 966 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 953 | -1.36% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 939 | -1.49% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 921 | -1.95% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 935 | 1.5% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 916 | -2.07% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 895 | -2.35% | estimation process |
People born in Red Cloud (1)
CEO of Control Data Corporation William Norris was born in Red Cloud
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Red Cloud, NE. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAS | Hastings | 501 West First St. | RAIL |
| HLD | Holdrege | 100 West Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Red Cloud.
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Hill | 850 | City in Webster County, Nebraska |
| Bladen | 215 | Village in Nebraska |
| Guide Rock | 197 | Town |
| Cowles | 27 | Human settlement in Webster County, Nebraska, United States of America |