Polk County, County in Nebraska, United States
The county extends across 441 square miles of rolling hills and agricultural terrain, with the Platte River flowing along its northwest boundary.
Established in 1856 and organized in 1870, the county received its name from the eleventh president of the United States, James K Polk.
The population of 5,214 residents maintains strong connections to agricultural traditions through community gatherings and local events in Osceola and Stromsburg.
The county courthouse in Osceola provides administrative services, with driver's license examinations available on Tuesdays from 9:15 AM to 4:30 PM.
The terrain slopes distinctly from the river valley in the northern section toward the east-southeast in the lower portion of the county.
Location: Nebraska
Inception: 1856
Capital city: Osceola
Shares border with: Platte County, York County, Butler County, Seward County, Merrick County, Hamilton County
Website: http://polkcounty.ne.gov
GPS coordinates: 41.19000,-97.57000
Latest update: March 4, 2025 13:52
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