Where is Ralston, Nebraska, USA?

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Where is Ralston Located? - Ralston is a city located in the Douglas County of Nebraska, United States. Ralston lies between 44.2619309 Degrees North latitudes and 88.4153847 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Ralston Located?

Ralston is a city located in the Douglas County of Nebraska, United States. Ralston lies between 44.2619309 Degrees North latitudes and 88.4153847 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Ralston city is 6494 people and the city has a total area of 1.65 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Ralston, Nebraska Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CityRalston
CountyDouglas County
StateNebraska
State CapitalLincoln
US RegionMidwestern United States (Great Plains Region)
Latitude41.2050° N
Longitude96.0422° W
Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)
Land Area1.65 sq mi
Water Area0.00 sq mi
Total Area1.65 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)6,494
Population DensityApproximately 3,936 people per sq mi
ZIP Code68127
Area Code402
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code31-40935
Congressional DistrictNebraska's 2nd Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Ralston

CategoryDetails
Airport NameEppley Airfield
IATA CodeOMA
PortMissouri River regional transportation access
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 75, Interstate 80, Nebraska Highway 370
Train/Amtrak ServiceAmtrak service available in Omaha
Local Bus/Transit ServiceMetro Transit Omaha
  • Interstate 80 – Major east–west highway connecting Ralston with Omaha, Lincoln, and destinations across the Great Plains.
  • U.S. Route 75 – Important north–south route connecting the Omaha metropolitan area.
  • Nebraska Highway 370 – Regional highway providing access through Sarpy and Douglas counties.
  • Metro Transit Omaha – Provides public transportation connections throughout the Omaha area.

Top Places to Visit in Ralston, Nebraska

Landmark NameType
Ralston ArenaSports and Entertainment Venue
Ralston Historical Society MuseumHistory Museum
Ralston Central ParkCommunity Park
Ralston Independence Day CelebrationCommunity Event
Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and AquariumZoo and Aquarium
Lauritzen GardensBotanical Garden
Chalco Hills Recreation AreaOutdoor Recreation Area
Fontenelle ForestNature Preserve
Lewis & Clark LandingRiverfront Park
Old Market DistrictHistoric Downtown Area

Driving Distances from Ralston, Nebraska to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
OmahaNebraska715 minutes
BellevueNebraska1220 minutes
PapillionNebraska815 minutes
FremontNebraska3540 minutes
LincolnNebraska501 hour
Council BluffsIowa1525 minutes
Sioux CityIowa1001 hour 45 minutes
Des MoinesIowa1502 hours 30 minutes
Kansas CityMissouri1903 hours
DenverColorado5408 hours

Colleges and Universities Near Ralston, Nebraska

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of Nebraska OmahaPublicUniversityBusiness, engineering, education, information technology, and research
Creighton UniversityPrivateUniversityHealth sciences, law, business, and undergraduate programs
Metropolitan Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer training, technical education, and transfer programs
University of Nebraska–LincolnPublicUniversityAgriculture, engineering, research, and liberal arts
Bellevue UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, technology, and adult education programs
Ralston Public SchoolsPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary education

Waterbodies Near Ralston, Nebraska

Big Papillion Creek, Little Papillion Creek, Missouri River, Zorinsky Lake, Chalco Hills Lake, and nearby waterways of the Omaha metropolitan area.

Golf Courses Near Ralston

Ralston Golf Course, Field Club of Omaha, Omaha National Golf Course, Tiburon Golf Club, and Elmwood Park Golf Course.

Ralston, Nebraska — Key Historical Facts

  • Ralston was founded in the early twentieth century and developed as a small community near Omaha.
  • The city was incorporated in 1909 and named after John Ralston, an early landowner and community supporter.
  • Ralston grew as a residential suburb because of its location within the Omaha metropolitan area.
  • The city became known for its community events, including one of Nebraska's largest Independence Day celebrations.
  • Today, Ralston is known for its close connection to Omaha, family neighborhoods, Ralston Arena, parks, and community-focused atmosphere.

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