Clay County

Clay County is an administrative area in southern Nebraska with Clay Center serving as its main government hub. The region includes several communities and is defined by agricultural land and protected natural areas.

The county was officially established in 1871 and named after Henry Clay, a prominent United States Senator and Secretary of State. Settlement grew as farming families arrived and built communities across the region.

The county reflects its settlement heritage through preserved buildings and local traditions that visitors can discover throughout the region. These structures tell stories of how communities developed and adapted over generations.

Government offices are located at the Clay County Courthouse in Clay Center and can be reached during standard business hours. The region is accessible by car with a mix of rural roads connecting the various communities throughout the county.

The region contains multiple protected wildlife and natural areas that preserve local ecological diversity. These conservation areas coexist with ongoing agricultural practices that have shaped the landscape for generations.

Location: Nebraska

Inception: 1871

Capital city: Clay Center

Shares border with: Hamilton County, Nuckolls County, Adams County, Webster County, York County, Fillmore County

Website: http://claycounty.ne.gov

GPS coordinates: 40.52000,-98.05000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:00