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Osmond, Nebraska (US-20 MM 365)

Osmond is a village in Pierce County, Nebraska, located along US Highway 20 at approximately Mile Marker 365. With a population of about 784 residents, Osmond is one of the larger communities in Pierce County and serves as an important stop along one of Nebraska's great east-west travel corridors.

Situated in the northern tier of Pierce County, Osmond is a friendly agricultural community known for its welcoming residents and small-town character. The village provides essential services to surrounding farms and ranches, and its position on US-20 makes it a convenient waypoint for travelers crossing northeast Nebraska.

History

Osmond was established in the 1880s following the arrival of the railroad through northern Pierce County. The town was named after Osmond, a township in the area, and grew steadily as an agricultural service center. Its location on what would become US Highway 20 ensured its continued relevance as a travel stop across the decades.

The community has maintained its identity as a tight-knit farming town, with Osmond Community Hospital serving as a key local institution providing healthcare to residents throughout the region. Churches, local businesses, and community organizations continue to anchor Osmond's civic life.

Location & Access

• County: Pierce County
• Region: Northeast Nebraska
• ZIP Code: 68765
• Population: ~784 (2020 census)
• Highway: US-20 (Mile Marker 365)
• Designation: Village

Adjacent Counties

Antelope County (west) · Knox County (north) · Madison County (south) · Wayne County (east) · Stanton County (southeast)

Nearby Towns

Breslau (~4 miles west on US-20) · Plainview (~9 miles west on US-20, MM 356) · Foster (~8 miles southwest) · Pierce (~12 miles south) · Coleridge (Cedar County, northeast)

US-20 Corridor — Osmond Segment

Osmond sits at US-20 Mile Marker 365 in northern Pierce County. US Highway 20 is one of Nebraska's most scenic east-west routes, crossing the northern tier of the state.

Westbound toward Plainview/Antelope County:
· Breslau — ~4 miles (MM 361)
· Plainview — ~9 miles (MM 356)
· Royal (Antelope County) — ~18 miles

Eastbound toward Wayne County:
· Randolph (Cedar County) — ~12 miles
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Points of Interest

Osmond Community Hospital is the primary healthcare provider for the village and surrounding area. The community supports local businesses along US-20, and the surrounding landscape offers hunting and outdoor recreation opportunities typical of northeast Nebraska. The broader region connects to Knox County's Lewis & Clark corridor to the north.

Education & Health

Schools: Osmond Community Schools (K–12) serves village students.
Health: Osmond Community Hospital provides local medical care. Faith Regional Health Services in Norfolk serves broader regional needs.
Higher Education: Northeast Community College (Norfolk) is accessible within the region.

Osmond, Nebraska (68765)

Osmond is a village of approximately 784 residents in northern Pierce County, Nebraska, located on US Highway 20 at Mile Marker 365. It serves as an agricultural service center and travel stop on one of Nebraska's great east-west corridors.

ZIP: 68765 | Pop: ~784 | Highway: US-20 MM 365 | Designation: Village, Pierce County

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Adjacent Counties: Antelope (west) · Knox (north) · Madison (south) · Wayne (east) · Stanton (southeast)

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