Population33,303 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Railroad Stories and Room for Family Time
Lincoln County, NebraskaNorth Platte anchors Lincoln County with railroad attractions and outdoor places for a relaxed family day. Cody Park combines open space with seasonal attractions, while the Golden Spike Tower offers a different perspective on the rail activity associated with the city. Plan those stops around their current visitor information. The county’s official resources provide a separate starting point for government services, helping visitors and residents find what they need in one guide.
Lincoln County at a Glance
Population33,303 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatNorth Platte
Largest CommunityNorth Platte
EstablishedAuthorized 1866; organized 1866
ZIP Codes16 wholly or partly within county
Total Area2,575.12 square miles (land and water; 2024 Gazetteer)
Major RoutesI-80; US 30; US 83; NE 23; NE 25; NE 97
Area Codes308
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Discover Lincoln County
Lincoln County is more than a single stop in North Platte. Its local guide should help you connect a place you want to explore with the information you need to get there. Begin with Cody Park, then look at the surrounding communities and official visitor resources before adding another destination. A short, well-planned route leaves room for a meal, a conversation or an unexpected discovery without turning the day into a race between attractions.
For people who call Lincoln County home, the useful details are often the everyday ones: which office handles a question, where to find a library, or how to check transportation options. Keep the official county website close at hand and use the resource links below to reach the organization responsible for each service. Visitor information and government information serve different purposes; together, they offer a more useful picture of life around North Platte and beyond.
What Shapes This Place
A Local Starting Point
Begin with Cody Park and check its current information before setting out. Build your route around the stops that suit your interests and the time you have.
Everyday Connections
Use Lincoln County government and provider links to find the right office or organization. Confirm the details of your visit directly, especially when traveling from another community.
Explore With Context
Keep North Platte and the surrounding county in view as you plan. Check destination locations carefully, and give nearby regional attractions their own place on your itinerary.
Local places, useful connections, and time to explore
A Closer Look
Lincoln County in Pictures
Places and perspectives from Lincoln County
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Everyday Essentials
Find the Right Local Resource
Start with official offices and service providers. Statewide directories are identified so you can select your local community.
Government
Schools
Hospitals & Health
Public Safety
Nebraska State Patrol — troop contacts
Use the regional contact list for non-emergency State Patrol matters. In an emergency, call 911.
Emergency Management
State Parks
Trails & Recreation
Utilities
Service boundaries can differ within Lincoln County. Use these official tools to identify service at your address; contact your city or village for municipal water and sewer.
Find your electric supplier — Nebraska Power Review Board service-area map
Locate natural gas service territories — Nebraska Public Service Commission
Check broadband providers by street address — FCC National Broadband Map
Request underground utility locations before digging — Nebraska 811
Natural gas utility information — Nebraska Public Service Commission
Libraries
Courts
Lincoln County court — select the county in the official court directory
The Nebraska Judicial Branch directory provides court office locations and contact information.
DMV
Transportation
Postal Services
Veterans Services
Employment
Lincoln County Questions, Answered
Useful starting points for residents and visitors
Before You Go
Plan With Local Information
Check the source for hours, availability and visit details.
North Platte is the county seat. Start with the Lincoln County government website to find the right office for your visit.
The U.S. Census Bureau estimates 33,303 residents as of July 1, 2025. This is a population estimate, not a new census count. Census population source.
The county covers approximately 2,575.12 square miles including land and water, calculated from the Census Bureau’s 2024 Gazetteer. Gazetteer source.
The Nebraska Association of County Officials lists authorization in 1866 and organization in 1866. These describe different stages of establishing county government. County history and profile.
Begin with Cody Park and Cody Park Railroad Museum. Use the local information source to plan your stops and check current visitor arrangements.
Lincoln County government is the official starting point. Select the office responsible for your task and confirm its hours and required documents before traveling to North Platte.
Use the Nebraska DMV location directory and select Lincoln County. Check the service type and schedule; a county treasurer’s vehicle service is not automatically a driver examination appointment.
Use the Nebraska county veteran service officer directory to locate the entry for Lincoln County. Contact the listed office to discuss services and arrange a visit.
Search the Nebraska Library Commission directory by community, beginning with North Platte. Ask the individual library about current hours, card eligibility and visitor access.
Start with the Nebraska public transit provider directory and confirm coverage for your pickup and destination. Availability, advance booking and fares depend on the provider; a nearby agency does not establish county-wide service.
Use USPS ZIP Code Lookup for the complete street address. ZIP delivery areas do not necessarily follow county boundaries, so the ZIP for North Platte should not be used for every address in Lincoln County.
The at-a-glance count includes 16 ZIP codes wholly or partly within Lincoln County, including PO Box and unique codes where listed. Source: ZIP Data Maps county coverage list, checked October 9, 2026. Postal areas can cross county boundaries.
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My Local Guide
Explore Lincoln County
Find Your Next Local StopBrowse places to eat, shop and spend time together. Nearby and regional options are labeled where included. Check destinations for current hours, admission and seasonal access.
Kids’ Fun
- Cody Park — North Platte. Playgrounds, wildlife displays and seasonal children’s rides; paid amenities have separate charges.
- North Platte Area Children’s Museum — North Platte. Two floors of hands-on play in the historic Carnegie Library building.
- Golden Spike Tower — North Platte. Look over Bailey Yard and explore the area’s railroad story; admission applies.
Restaurants
- Pals Brewing Company — North Platte. Housemade pizza and craft beer on South Buffalo Bill Avenue.
- The Cedar Room — North Platte. American fusion dining and a cocktail lounge on North Dewey Street.
- Penny’s Diner — North Platte. Traditional diner dishes in a retro train-car setting on Halligan Drive.
Shopping & Retail
- Hirschfeld’s Clothing — North Platte. Downtown menswear, outdoor apparel and formalwear.
- Brown’s Shoe Fit — North Platte. Family footwear and fitting assistance on North Dewey Street.
- Hide Park Apparel — North Platte. Team hats, apparel and game-day accessories; local pickup is available for online orders.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Hirschfeld’s Clothing — North Platte. Downtown menswear, outdoor apparel and formalwear.
- Brown’s Shoe Fit — North Platte. Family footwear and fitting assistance on North Dewey Street.
- Hide Park Apparel — North Platte. Team hats, apparel and game-day accessories; local pickup is available for online orders.
Outdoor Fun
- Cody Park — North Platte. Playgrounds, wildlife displays and seasonal children’s rides; paid amenities have separate charges.
- Iron Horse Park — North Platte. A public park beside the lake for outdoor recreation.
- Centennial Park — North Platte. Public park space, recreation areas and access to the river trail.
Free Things To Do
- Cody Park Grounds — North Platte. Explore the public grounds and wildlife displays; rides, pool admission and concessions cost extra.
- Iron Horse Park Walk — North Platte. Enjoy the public lakeside park without renting equipment.
- Centennial Park Stroll — North Platte. Walk the public park and nearby river trail.
Make time for a local discovery.Keep Exploring Lincoln County