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The current estimated population of Albion is 1,600, with 49% male and 51% female. The population has remained stable, supported by the town’s agricultural economy.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1872
  • County: Boone County
  • Land area: 1.1 square miles
  • Population density: 1,455 people per square mile
  • Area code: 402
  • Zip code: 68620

Geography and Location

Albion is located in northeastern Nebraska, in Boone County, serving as the county seat. The town is situated along Nebraska Highway 14 and is surrounded by farmland, with corn and soybean production being central to the local economy. The landscape includes gently rolling hills and agricultural fields, typical of the Great Plains region. Albion experiences a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers.

Demographics

Median resident age: 42.9 years
Median household income: $31,111
Median house value: $63,400

Population by Race

Races in Albion:

  • White Non-Hispanic (98.7%)
  • Hispanic (0.9%)

Ancestries: German (49.7%), Irish (10.4%), English (8.4%), Swedish (6.6%), Norwegian (5.8%), Polish (4.2%).

Elevation: 1760 feet

Land area: 0.8 square miles

Population by Education

Albion, Nebraska is a small rural town located in Boone County. With a population of just over 3,000 people, Albion is a tight-knit community with a strong sense of pride and tradition. The median household income in Albion is around $41,000 and the median housing cost is approximately $118,500. The cost of living in Albion is relatively low compared to other towns and cities in Nebraska. Groceries are slightly cheaper than the national average while utilities are significantly lower than other parts of the state. Residents can enjoy a variety of recreational activities including fishing, hiking and camping at nearby Indian Creek State Park or enjoying local festivals like the annual Art & Wine Festival held each summer. There are also several golf courses within driving distance for those looking for something more leisurely. In addition to its natural beauty and low cost of living, Albion offers its residents easy access to larger cities such as Omaha and Lincoln for work or entertainment opportunities. With its friendly atmosphere and diverse recreational options, Albion provides an ideal place to live for anyone looking for a small-town feel with big city amenities nearby.

For population 25 years and over in Albion

  • High school or higher: 82.3%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 13.9%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 4.8%
  • Unemployed: 2.4%
  • Mean travel time to work: 14.5 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Albion city

  • Never married: 18.1%
  • Now married: 59.1%
  • Separated: 0.9%
  • Widowed: 16.6%
  • Divorced: 5.3%

0.7% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: -147 (-7.6%).

Hospitals

Hospital/medical center in Albion:

  • BOONE COUNTY HEALTH CENTER (PO BOX 151 723 WEST FAIRVIEW STREET)

Other hospitals/medical centers near Albion:

  • GENOA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (about 24 miles; GENOA, NE)
  • TILDEN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (about 26 miles; TILDEN, NE)
  • ANTELOPE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 32 miles; NELIGH, NE)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Albion:

  • KARL STEFAN MEMORIAL (about 45 miles; NORFOLK, NE; Abbreviation: OFK)
  • CENTRAL NEBRASKA REGIONAL (about 54 miles; GRAND ISLAND, NE; Abbreviation: GRI)
  • HASTINGS MUNI (about 81 miles; HASTINGS, NE; Abbreviation: HSI)

Other public-use airports nearest to Albion:

  • ALBION MUNI (about 4 miles; ALBION, NE; Abbreviation: BVN)
  • ANTELOPE COUNTY (about 29 miles; NELIGH, NE; Abbreviation: 4V9)
  • GENOA MUNI (about 29 miles; GENOA, NE; Abbreviation: 97Y)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Albion:

  • NORTHEAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 32 miles; NORFOLK, NE; Full-time enrollment: 2,732)
  • CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 66 miles; GRAND ISLAND, NE; Full-time enrollment: 3,730)
  • WAYNE STATE COLLEGE (about 77 miles; WAYNE, NE; Full-time enrollment: 3,026)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY (about 94 miles; KEARNEY, NE; Full-time enrollment: 5,588)
  • UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH DAKOTA (about 107 miles; VERMILLION, SD; Full-time enrollment: 6,014)
  • SOUTHEAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE AREA (about 108 miles; LINCOLN, NE; Full-time enrollment: 5,137)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT LINCOLN (about 109 miles; LINCOLN, NE; Full-time enrollment: 19,806)

Schools

Public high school in Albion:

  • BOONE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 288; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Albion:

  • BOONE CENTRAL ELEM-ALBION (Students: 233; Grades: PK – 06)
  • SOUTH AKRON PUBLIC SCHOOL (Students: 7; Grades: PK – 08)
  • SHELL CREEK PUBLIC SCHOOL (Students: 7; Grades: PK – 08)

Private primary/middle school in Albion:

  • ST. MICHAEL’S SCHOOL (Students: 106; Location: 520 WEST CHURCH; Grades: PK – 8)

Libraries

Library in Albion:

  • ALBION PUBLIC LIBRARY (Operating income: $48,921; Location: 437 SOUTH 3RD STREET; 17,266 books; 221 audio materials; 199 video materials; 36 serial subscriptions)

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