Cedar County, NE
Hartington, NE
Hartington is the county seat of Cedar County, Nebraska, with a 2020 Census population of 1,506 (est. 1,500+ 2026). Located 25 miles southeast of Yankton, South Dakota (27-minute drive via US-81), it's a northeast Nebraska rural hub.
Housing Market
Hartington median sale $142K-$315K (last month, up 62% YoY Redfin), avg value $263,946 (up 12.2% YoY Zillow). Typical: 3-bed ranches on 0.2-1 acre lots. Vs Yankton $241K median, Hartington similar/variable; 10 listings, 106 days market.
Schools
Hartington-Newcastle Public Schools (PK-12, 377 students, 11:1 ratio, B+ Niche). 44% math proficient, 55% reading (above NE avgs). Holy Trinity Grade School (K-6, 188 students).
Economy
Manufacturing/agriculture: Alcoa Extrusions (aluminum, 484), Baldwin Filters (~100), credit processing. 55.7% commute out-county, 4.7% to Yankton (38 workers). Stable.
Lifestyle
Daily: Hy-Vee grocery, local dining; healthcare Cedar County Clinic (basic), Yankton 27 min. Events community club.
Why Buyers Consider It
Affordability ($142K-$315K vs Yankton $241K), land, quiet. Lake 30 min Lewis & Clark; vs Yankton: similar price, more manufacturing, NE taxes.
Connection to Yankton
4.7% workforce commutes Yankton (healthcare/education); shopping/healthcare/entertainment.
Frequently Asked
Hartington-Yankton commute?
25 miles, 27 min US-81.
Home prices?
$142K-$315K median, matches Yankton $241K.
Schools?
377 students PK-12, 11:1 ratio.
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