Adams County, County in southern Nebraska, United States
Adams County is a county in southern Nebraska covering fertile plains across its landscape. Hastings serves as the administrative center that anchors the region's economic and community life.
The county was established in 1867 and named after John Adams, the second United States president. Official organization followed in 1871, setting the foundation for the region's development.
Communities like Ayr, Holstein, and Juniata shape the region with their small-town character rooted in farming traditions. These towns reflect how agriculture has defined daily life and local identity across generations.
The area is crossed by major highways including U.S. Routes 6, 34, 281, and Nebraska Highway 74 that connect it to surrounding regional centers. These transportation corridors make traveling through and accessing the region straightforward.
The county uses vehicle registration prefix 14, dating back to a 1922 ranking of vehicle ownership across the state. This numbering system reflects an old classification method that has remained in place longer than most people realize.
Location: Nebraska
Inception: 1871
Capital city: Hastings
Shares border with: Hall County, Webster County, Kearney County, Clay County, Buffalo County, Hamilton County
Website: http://adamscounty.org
GPS coordinates: 40.52000,-98.50000
Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:53
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