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Douglas, Nebraska

Village · Population 178 · #345 in Nebraska
Douglas, Nebraska

Douglas is a village in southwest Otoe County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 166 at the 2020 census..

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About Douglas

Douglas, NE is a tiny community located in southeastern Nebraska counting 178 people who proudly call it home.

Officially, Douglas is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 0.22 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 809 residents per square mile.

What Makes Douglas Unique

  • One of 8 places in the US named Douglas — but the Nebraska one has a character all its own.
  • One of the smallest municipal footprints in the country at just 0.22 sq mi.
  • Positioned in southeastern Nebraska, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.

Why People Love It Here

  • Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
  • Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
  • Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 8 miles.

⚡ Quick Facts

TypeVillage
Population (2024)178
Rank in state#345 of 528
Land area0.22 sq mi
Density809/sq mi
Coordinates40.5932, -96.3882

🗺️ Map of Douglas