Least Dense in Nebraska

Top 34 cities ranked by least dense

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Least Dense — Nebraska

1 Sidney 854/mi²

2 York 1,235/mi²

3 Beatrice 1,293/mi²

4 Holdrege 1,301/mi²

5 Gretna 1,312/mi²

6 Chadron 1,335/mi²

7 North Platte 1,343/mi²

8 McCook 1,348/mi²

9 Offutt AFB 1,426/mi²

10 Blair 1,428/mi²

11 Norfolk 1,431/mi²

12 Nebraska City 1,466/mi²

13 Gering 1,538/mi²

14 Alliance 1,654/mi²

15 Hastings 1,677/mi²

16 Seward 1,742/mi²

17 Grand Island 1,752/mi²

18 Crete 1,876/mi²

19 Papillion 1,927/mi²

20 Plattsmouth 2,012/mi²

21 South Sioux City 2,064/mi²

22 Wayne 2,081/mi²

23 Lexington 2,105/mi²

24 Scottsbluff 2,173/mi²

25 Kearney 2,262/mi²

26 Columbus 2,275/mi²

27 Schuyler 2,378/mi²

28 Fremont 2,472/mi²

29 Bellevue 2,813/mi²

30 Lincoln 2,888/mi²

31 La Vista 2,947/mi²

32 Omaha 3,416/mi²

33 Chalco 3,950/mi²

34 Ralston 3,954/mi²

The least densely populated cities in Nebraska offer spacious living with more land per resident. Sidney has just 854 people per square mile. These cities provide room to spread out with larger lot sizes and more open space.

Low-density cities typically feature more single-family homes with larger yards, easier parking, and less traffic congestion. They appeal to families seeking space, privacy, and access to nature without moving to a fully rural area.

While the spread-out nature of these cities means longer drives to amenities and greater reliance on personal vehicles, many residents value the trade-off for quieter neighborhoods and a more relaxed pace of life.

Did You Know?

1. In Sidney, there are only 854 people per square mile — each resident has roughly 32,647 square feet of city space.
2. Low-density cities often have significantly lower housing costs due to more available land for development.
3. Many of the least dense cities are located in the western United States, where vast open spaces define the landscape.

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