Minden

City in Kearney County, Nebraska

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Minden is a city in Kearney County, Nebraska, with 3,118 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,172 ft (662 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Axtell, 8.6 miles W.

About Minden

Minden is a city in Kearney County, Nebraska, United States. The city serves as the county seat of Kearney County. The population was 3,118 at the 2020 census. It is home to the Pioneer Village museum complex of 28 buildings.

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Living in Minden

Median household income
$68,449
Median home value
$208,500
Median rent
$823/mo
Median age
38.6
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Minden, NE population

Minden had 3,118 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census3,118
Density1,415 per sq mi (546 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Minden at a glance

StateNebraska (NE)
CountyKearney County
TypeCity
Population3,118 (2020)
Land area2.20 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Elevation2,172 ft (662 m)
Coordinates40.4982° N, 98.9670° W
ZIP code68959
Official websitemindennebraska.org
Census code (GEOID)3132340

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Minden

What county is Minden in?

Minden is in Kearney County, Nebraska.

What is the population of Minden, NE?

3,118 people lived in Minden at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Minden, NE?

The ZIP code of Minden is 68959.

What is the elevation of Minden?

2,172 feet (662 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Minden?

Axtell (8.6 mi), Norman (9.3 mi), Heartwell (10.6 mi), Hildreth (11.8 mi), Upland (12.8 mi).

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