Hitchcock County

Hitchcock County is an administrative region in Nebraska that encompasses several small communities and open countryside. The county seat of Trenton serves as the center for local government operations and community services.

The county was founded in 1873 and named after Senator Phineas Warren Hitchcock of Nebraska during the westward expansion period. Its creation reflected the broader movement of American settlement into the Great Plains.

Agricultural traditions shape daily life here, with farming families gathering for seasonal events and community occasions throughout the year. You will notice how deeply rooted these practices are in the way people organize their lives and interact with each other.

The area is easily accessible via main roads through the region and offers good conditions for visitors to explore. The best time to visit is during warmer months when road conditions are optimal for driving.

The region has an exceptionally low population density of around two people per square kilometer, making it one of Nebraska's least populated areas. This sparse settlement pattern creates a sense of vast open space and solitude across the landscape.

Location: Nebraska

Inception: 1873

Capital city: Trenton

Shares border with: Hayes County, Rawlins County, Frontier County, Red Willow County, Dundy County

Website: http://hitchcockcounty.ne.gov

GPS coordinates: 40.18000,-101.04000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:03