Foster, Nebraska
Village · Population 46 · #487 in Nebraska
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About Foster
Foster is a tiny community in northern Nebraska with an estimated population of 46.
Officially, Foster is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 0.22 square miles, giving it wide-open spaces and a spread-out, rural feel at roughly 209 residents per square mile.
📰 Foster News Today
- Blackshirt Motivation Driving Nebraska Football Newcomer Dexter Foster in Camp Hurrdat Sports · Aug 15
- 'He's a dawg': After 'crazy' transfer process, Dexter Foster settling in with Blackshirts - Omaha World-Herald Omaha World-Herald · Aug 14
- Dexter Foster finds fresh start at Nebraska thanks to Rob Aurich On3 · Aug 12
- 'Crisis level situation': Nebraska oversight finds increase in institutionalized care for kids who need a home KETV · Jun 2
- Nebraska's Dexter Foster full press conference from Aug. 11, 2026 - Omaha World-Herald Omaha World-Herald · Aug 12
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Foster Unique
- One of the smallest municipal footprints in the country at just 0.22 sq mi.
- With 46 residents, it's one of America's smallest incorporated communities — everybody really does know everybody.
- Positioned in northern 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 9 miles.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateNebraska
TypeVillage
Population (2024)46
Rank in state#487 of 528
Land area0.22 sq mi
Density209/sq mi
Coordinates42.2747, -97.6651