Thayer County is a county located in the U.S. state of Nebraska. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 6,055 people, with a population density of about 10.53 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 575.00 square miles (1,489.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Hebron, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Hebron.
Geographically, Thayer County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Davenport 1,657 ft and its lowest point at Alexandria 1,420 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.