Where is Falls City Located? - Falls City is a city located in the Richardson County of Nebraska, United States. Falls City lies between 40.0623496 Degrees North latitudes and -95.5989854 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Falls City Located?
Falls City is a city located in the Richardson County of Nebraska, United States. Falls City lies between 40.0623496 Degrees North latitudes and -95.5989854 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Falls City city is 4133 people and the city has a total area of 3.34 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Falls City, Nebraska Quick Facts
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Falls City (City) |
| County | Richardson County |
| State | Nebraska |
| Country | United States |
| Region | Southeastern Nebraska, Missouri River region |
| Metro Area | |
| Established | 1857 |
| Incorporated | |
| 2020 Census Population | 4,133 |
| Land Area | 3.34 sq mi (8.65 sq km) |
| Population Density | 1,236.4 people per sq mi |
| Latitude | 40.0623496° |
| Longitude | -95.5989854° |
| FIPS Code | 3116655 |
| County FIPS | 31147 |
| ZIP Code | 68355 |
| Area Code | 402, 531 |
| Time Zone | Central Time (CT) (UTC−6/UTC−5) |
| Major Highways | U.S. Route 73, Nebraska Highway 8, Nebraska Highway 159 |
| Public Transit | |
| School District | Falls City Public Schools; Sacred Heart Catholic School |
| Nearby Major City | Humboldt, Nebraska; Auburn, Nebraska; Maryville, Missouri; St. Joseph, Missouri |
| Airport | Falls City Brenner Field; Beatrice Municipal Airport; Kansas City International Airport (MCI) |
| Major Attractions | Richardson County Courthouse, Lydia Bruun Library, Prichard Auditorium, Stanton Lake Park, Falls City Historical Society Museum |
| Official Website | https://www.fallscitynebraska.org/ |
Nearby Cities to Falls City, Nebraska
- Rulo, Nebraska - Southeast - 12 mi
- Humboldt, Nebraska - Northwest - 13 mi
- Salem, Nebraska - Southwest - 14 mi
- Verdon, Nebraska - North - 15 mi
- Shubert, Nebraska - Northeast - 16 mi
- Stella, Nebraska - Northwest - 18 mi
- Maryville, Missouri - East - 25 mi
- Auburn, Nebraska - North - 28 mi
- Atchison, Kansas - South - 42 mi
- St. Joseph, Missouri - Southeast - 48 mi
- Beatrice, Nebraska - Northwest - 55 mi
- Plattsmouth, Nebraska - North - 55 mi
- Topeka, Kansas - South - 90 mi
- Lincoln, Nebraska - Northwest - 80 mi
- Omaha, Nebraska - North - 90 mi
- Kansas City, Missouri - Southeast - 95 mi
- Lawrence, Kansas - Southeast - 105 mi
- Des Moines, Iowa - Northeast - 170 mi
Driving Distances from Falls City, Nebraska
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rulo | Nebraska | 12 | 15–20 min |
| Humboldt | Nebraska | 13 | 20 min |
| Salem | Nebraska | 14 | 20 min |
| Verdon | Nebraska | 15 | 20–25 min |
| Shubert | Nebraska | 16 | 20–25 min |
| Stella | Nebraska | 18 | 25–30 min |
| Maryville | Missouri | 25 | 30–35 min |
| Auburn | Nebraska | 28 | 35–40 min |
| Atchison | Kansas | 42 | 50–55 min |
| St. Joseph | Missouri | 48 | 55–65 min |
Transportation and Connectivity in Falls City, Nebraska
| Transportation | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Falls City Brenner Field and Kansas City International Airport (MCI) |
| Major Highways | US-73, US-159, Nebraska Highway 4, and Nebraska Highway 8 |
| Rail Service | Freight rail service; no regular passenger rail service |
| Local Transit | Local and regional transportation services |
| Regional Hub | Richardson County and the Nebraska-Missouri-Kansas border region |
- Falls City is the county seat of Richardson County in southeastern Nebraska.
- The city is near the Nebraska-Missouri border and serves a four-state regional area.
- US-73 and US-159 provide important highway connections through the community.
- Agriculture, retail, services, and regional commerce are important parts of the local economy.
- Falls City serves as a local business and government center for Richardson County.
Places to Visit in Falls City, Nebraska
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Itha Krumme Memorial Arboretum | Arboretum and Nature Area |
| Stanton Lake Park | Lake and Recreation Park |
| Richardson County Historical Museum | History Museum |
| Richardson County Military History Museum | Military Museum |
| John Philip Falter Museum | Art Museum |
| Falls City Commercial Historic District | Historic District |
| Falls City Historic Murals | Public Art |
| Prichard Auditorium | Historic Auditorium |
| Falls City Aquatic Park | Water Recreation Facility |
| Indian Cave State Park | State Park |
Colleges and Universities in and Around Falls City, Nebraska
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Community College - Beatrice Campus | Public | Community College | Career, technical, and transfer programs |
| Northwest Missouri State University | Public | University | Education, business, agriculture, and liberal arts |
| Missouri Western State University | Public | University | Business, education, nursing, and professional programs |
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln | Public | University | Research, agriculture, engineering, and business |
| Highland Community College - Atchison Campus | Public | Community College | Career and technical education |
| Falls City High School | Public | High School | Local secondary education |
| Falls City Middle School | Public | Middle School | Local middle school education |
Waterbodies in Falls City, Nebraska
Nemaha River, Missouri River, Stanton Lake, Muddy Creek, Little Nemaha River, and nearby streams and ponds are important water features in and around Falls City.
Golf Courses in and Around Falls City, Nebraska
Falls City Golf Course, Table Rock Golf Course, Auburn Country Club, Nemaha Valley Golf Course, Maryville Country Club, and Riverside Golf Course are among the golf facilities in the wider Falls City region.
Falls City, Nebraska — Key Historical Facts
- Falls City was founded in 1857, three years after the opening of the Nebraska Territory.
- The community was named for the falls on the Nemaha River.
- Falls City became the permanent county seat of Richardson County in 1860.
- The arrival of the Atchison & Nebraska Railroad in 1871 helped accelerate the city's growth.
- The Missouri Pacific Railroad later made Falls City an important division point.
- Agriculture, banking, education, trade, and railroad activity shaped the city's development.
- Nebraska's first producing oil well was drilled near Falls City in 1939.
- The Falls City Commercial Historic District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2013.
- Today, Falls City serves as a regional center for southeastern Nebraska and the surrounding four-state area.
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