Dixon county, NE

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Dixon County, Nebraska

Dixon County is a county located in the U.S. state of Nebraska. As of the 2010 United States Census, the population was 6,000. Its county seat is Ponca. The county was established in 1858 and named after a local resident, John Dixon.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Dixon County is located in the northeastern part of Nebraska, with a total area of 483 square miles, of which 476 square miles is land and 7.2 square miles is water.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 6,000 people, 2,415 households, and 1,673 families residing in the county.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The economy of Dixon County is primarily based on agriculture, with corn, soybeans, and livestock being the major products.

Healthcare in Dixon County, NE[edit | edit source]

Healthcare is a vital part of the Dixon County community. The county is served by several healthcare facilities, providing a range of services from primary care to specialized treatments.

Providence Medical Center[edit | edit source]

Providence Medical Center is a critical access hospital located in Wayne, Nebraska, serving Dixon County and the surrounding area. The hospital provides a wide range of services including emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation services.

Mercy Medical[edit | edit source]

Mercy Medical is a primary care clinic located in Sioux City, Iowa, serving Dixon County and the surrounding area. The clinic provides a range of services including family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, and women's health.

Wakefield Health Care Center[edit | edit source]

Wakefield Health Care Center is a long-term care facility located in Wakefield, Nebraska, serving Dixon County and the surrounding area. The center provides a range of services including skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and assisted living.

Education[edit | edit source]

Dixon County is served by several public school districts, including Ponca Public Schools, Wakefield Community Schools, and Allen Consolidated Schools.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Dixon County is served by several major highways, including U.S. Route 20 and Nebraska Highway 9.

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Primary Care Dixon county, NE



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Olson Mary 1013914597 MD F Other 1997 Family Practice Sanford Vermillion Ponca Clinic Ponca NE 68770



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