State in United States

Nebraska Population (2026)

Population of Nebraska with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.

🌙 70°F now🕔 2:26 PM local📅 Best: June, July, August, September and October👥 2 million

Population of Nebraska

Population1.980.000
Area77.348 sq mi
Density10 / km²

Nebraska ranks #37 by population among 51 comparable places in this atlas.

Quick facts about Nebraska

TypeState
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates40°48′49″N 96°42′9.4″W (40.8136, -96.7026)
CapitalLincoln
Population1.980.000
Area77.348 sq mi
AbbreviationNE
Time zoneAmerica/Chicago
Local time2:26 PM (UTC-05:00)
Best monthsJune, July, August, September and October
ClimateContinental

Population by city in Nebraska

1 cities mapped in this atlas

Summary

Nebraska is a state in United States. Nebraska is a US state with its capital at Lincoln. It has a population of about 2 million. The capital is Lincoln.

Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Nebraska with clear. It feels like 75°F. Today runs from 67°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 33%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Nebraska is June, July, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 15°F.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Nebraska today at 9.1/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 40°48′49″N 96°42′9.4″W (40.8136, -96.7026)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Nebraska?

Nebraska is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 40.8136, -96.7026. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Nebraska right now?

It is currently 70°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 90% and wind is 2 mph.

When is the best time to visit Nebraska?

June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Nebraska, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Nebraska in?

Nebraska observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 2:26 PM.

How many people live in Nebraska?

Nebraska has a population of approximately 2 million.

What places are in Nebraska?

Nebraska covers 1 places in this atlas, including Omaha.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 22, 2026 at 2:26 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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