Cambridge is located in Furnas County between McCook and Holdrege on US Hwy 6/34, near a State campground and the Republican River.
The population estimate for July 1, 1998 was 1,059, a decrease of 48 since 1990.
Popular attractions in Cambridge include: Medicine Creek Reservoir-located about 7 miles North of Cambridge, Cambridge Museum, The Cambridge Golf Course and the McKinley Park.