Kearney Urban Area, NE
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
57,020
332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
34.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$75,141
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$234,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$675
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$748
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Nebraska
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Nebraska
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0 | 5 | 25 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 29 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 2 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 51 |
| Nov | 1 | 3 | 37 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.
Liberal (24%) (71%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 70%Schools
Meadowlark Elementary School
2 miles, W
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4.6
Sunrise Middle School
2 miles, W
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3.2
Northeast Elementary School
3 miles, SW
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2.8
Catholic High School of Kearney
3 miles, W
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5
Colleges
University of Nebraska at Kearney
4 miles, W
•
2.3
Hastings College
36 miles, SE
•
2.8
Central Community College
36 miles, E
•
1.4
York College
76 miles, E
•
1.9
Hospitals
Chi Health Good Samaritan
3 miles, W
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3.2
Kearney Regional Medical Center
4 miles, W
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3.2
Kearney County Health Services Hospital
17 miles, S
Phelps Memorial Health Center
27 miles, SW
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5
Airports
Kearney Regional Airport
2 miles, SE
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1
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
41 miles, E
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1
North Platte Regional Airport-Lee Bird Field
90 miles, NW
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1
Lincoln Airport
119 miles, E
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1