Population18,032 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
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Seward County, NebraskaSeward County offers a mix of independent shops, local dining and cultural stops across Seward, Milford and smaller communities. The county tourism directory brings together places such as the Nebraska National Guard Museum, galleries and the Rivoli Theatre. Plan a compact outing around one town, or compare several stops before taking to the road. Official county resources round out the guide with the contacts residents need for services, records and everyday questions.
Seward County at a Glance
Population18,032 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatSeward
Largest CommunitySeward
EstablishedAuthorized 1855; organized 1865
ZIP Codes16 wholly or partly within county
Total Area575.89 square miles (land and water; 2024 Gazetteer)
Major RoutesI-80; US 6; US 34; NE 15
Area Codes402 and 531
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Discover Seward County
Seward County is more than a single stop in Seward. Its local guide should help you connect a place you want to explore with the information you need to get there. Begin with Nebraska National Guard Museum, 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 Seward 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 Seward and beyond.
What Shapes This Place
A Local Starting Point
Begin with Nebraska National Guard Museum 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 Seward 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 Seward 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
Seward County in Pictures
Places and perspectives from Seward 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 Seward 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
Seward 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
Seward 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.
Seward is the county seat. Start with the Seward County government website to find the right office for your visit.
The U.S. Census Bureau estimates 18,032 residents as of July 1, 2025. This is a population estimate, not a new census count. Census population source.
The county covers approximately 575.89 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 1855 and organization in 1865. These describe different stages of establishing county government. County history and profile.
Begin with Nebraska National Guard Museum and Rivoli Theatre. Use the local information source to plan your stops and check current visitor arrangements.
Seward County government is the official starting point. Select the office responsible for your task and confirm its hours and required documents before traveling to Seward.
Use the Nebraska DMV location directory and select Seward 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 Seward County. Contact the listed office to discuss services and arrange a visit.
Search the Nebraska Library Commission directory by community, beginning with Seward. 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 Seward should not be used for every address in Seward County.
The at-a-glance count includes 16 ZIP codes wholly or partly within Seward 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
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Find Your Next Local StopBrowse places to eat, shop and spend time together. Check each destination for current hours, admission and seasonal access.
Kids’ Fun
- Rivoli Movie Theatre — Seward. Movie outings.
- Seward Memorial Library — Seward. Books and family reading.
- Nebraska National Guard Museum — Seward. Military-history exhibits.
Restaurants
- The Crossing Pub & Grub — Beaver Crossing. A local meal stop.
- Pizza Kitchen — Milford. Pizza and dining.
- The Pasta Barn — Seward. Restaurant dining.
Shopping & Retail
- Chapters Books & Gifts — Seward. Books and gifts.
- Et Cetera Gift & Thrift Shop — Seward. Secondhand finds.
- Merle’s Flower Shop — Seward. Flowers and gifts.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Allure Fashions Boutique — Seward. Women’s fashion and accessories.
- Ana Patricia Boutique — Milford. Women’s clothing.
- Et Cetera Gift & Thrift Shop — Seward. Secondhand clothing and shoes.
Outdoor Fun
- Meadowlark Recreation Area — Northeast Seward County, near Agnew. Lakeside time outdoors.
- Plum Creek Park — Seward. Walk the trail and explore the gardens and public playground.
- Blue Valley Park and Campground — Seward. Park and camping; check camping arrangements.
Free Things To Do
- Meadowlark Recreation Area — Free entry; fishing and hunting require applicable permits.
- Plum Creek Park — Seward. Walk the trail and explore the gardens and public playground.
- Seward Memorial Library — Seward. Browse and read on site.
Make time for a local discovery.Keep Exploring Seward County