Lancaster County

Lancaster County is an administrative division in southeastern Nebraska with Lincoln serving as its seat. The county spans both farmland and urban areas, housing state government buildings and educational institutions.

The county was established in 1859 and named after Lancaster, England. It developed through agricultural settlement and the growth of government institutions.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln shapes daily life in the county, drawing students and researchers who participate in the local community and attend events throughout Lincoln.

The area is accessible by car, with roads connecting farms and the urban center. Visitors will find services and facilities spread throughout Lincoln and surrounding communities.

The county's most distinctive feature is hosting both the state capital and county seat within Lincoln. This dual role makes the city an unusual center for multiple layers of government.

Location: Nebraska

Inception: 1854

Capital city: Lincoln

Shares border with: Saunders County, Cass County, Otoe County, Johnson County, Gage County, Saline County, Seward County, Butler County

Website: http://lancaster.ne.gov

GPS coordinates: 40.78000,-96.69000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:56