Thayer was platted in 1887 when the railroad was extended to that point. Landmarks include Thayer County, Bruning Army Airfield and Richard E. Dill House. Thayer is the birthplace of Cecil Kern, stage and film actress and theater director.
- CountyYork County
- Population44 (2020 U.S. Census)
- Historic places3 on the National Register

































Thayer County
Bruning Army Airfield
Richard E. Dill House
Hebron United States Post Office