Loma is an

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in Butler County,

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, United States. As of the 2000 census, the community had a population of 54.

History

Loma was named by the railroad, and it is possibly derived from a Spanish name meaning "little hill".

Geography

Loma is located at (41.12981, -96.94379).

Demographics

As of the

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of 2000, there were 54 people, 18 households, and 13 families residing in the community. There are 20 housing units. The racial makeup of the community was 100.00%

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In the media

Loma was featured in the 1995 comedy film ''

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'' as the fictional village of Snydersville, Nebraska. Loma, Nebraska, is mentioned in the film ''

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'' (2005).

References

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