Hamilton County

Hamilton County is a county in Nebraska featuring agricultural land, small towns, and the Platte River along its northwestern boundary. The landscape consists of rolling fields and open countryside that define the character of this rural region.

The area was established in 1867 and officially organized in 1870, named after Alexander Hamilton, the first Secretary of the Treasury of the United States. This naming reflects the state's historical ties to founding figures of the nation.

The towns here grew from farming roots, and this heritage shapes how communities gather for seasonal events and celebrations that remain central to local life. Visitors can observe how agricultural traditions continue to influence the rhythm of daily activities and bring people together.

Interstate 80, US Highway 34, and several state highways provide transportation connections throughout the area. Visitors can use these routes to easily reach scattered towns and points of interest.

This area once held vehicle registration prefix 28 in Nebraska's licensing system, reflecting its size relative to other regions when the state assigned prefixes based on vehicle registrations in 1922. It offers a surprising glimpse into how even administrative decisions were tied to population and economic activity.

Location: Nebraska

Inception: 1867

Capital city: Aurora

Shares border with: Merrick County, Clay County, Adams County, Hall County, Polk County, York County

Website: http://co.hamilton.ne.us

GPS coordinates: 40.88000,-98.02000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:01