Merna, Nebraska
Village · Population 343 · #239 in Nebraska
About Merna
Merna is a tiny community in western Nebraska with an estimated population of 343.
Officially, Merna is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 0.54 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 635 residents per square mile.
📰 Merna News Today
- Dan Smith Obituary Jun 21, 2026 Govier Brothers Mortuary & Crematory · Jun 21
- James "Jim" Downey Obituary (2026) - Merna, NE - Govier Brothers Mortuary & Crematory - Broken Bow Legacy obituary · Aug 14
- Anselmo-Merna High School (NE) Football MaxPreps · Aug 11
- South Loup girls, Anselmo-Merna boys win Mid-Nebraska Activities Conference track titles knopnews2.com · May 1
- Merna Heritage Days ruralradio.com · Jun 17
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What Makes Merna Unique
- The only place in America named Merna — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in western Nebraska, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Nebraska — one of 593 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 16 miles.
🏫 Schools in Merna
- ANSELMO-MERNA ELEMENTARY-MERNA
- ANSELMO-MERNA HIGH SCHOOL
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateNebraska
TypeVillage
Population (2024)343
Rank in state#239 of 528
Land area0.54 sq mi
Density635/sq mi
Coordinates41.4852, -99.7611