Dixon County

Dixon County is an administrative division in northeastern Nebraska that encompasses prairie landscapes, farmland, and areas bordering the Missouri River. The terrain features rolling hills that extend throughout the region.

The county was established in 1856 by the territorial legislature, with Ponca designated as its administrative center. Formal county operations began in 1858 after local government structures were put in place.

Farming shapes daily life here, with families growing corn and soybeans and raising livestock across the open land. This agricultural way of living has defined the community for many generations.

Most visitors find the county courthouse in Ponca, where administrative services like property records and certifications are handled. The best way to get around is by driving on the main roads that connect the small towns.

The county forms an important border point with South Dakota, with the Missouri River marking the boundary that shapes the region. This location made the area a crossing point for early settlers and trade routes.

Location: Nebraska

Inception: 1856

Capital city: Ponca

Shares border with: Clay County, Union County, Cedar County, Wayne County, Thurston County, Dakota County

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

GPS coordinates: 42.50000,-96.87000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:03