Kearney

Kearney, Nebraska Overview

Kearney scores 55.4/100 overall (B), ranking #10 of 20 cities in Nebraska — below the state composite of 74.9. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 74/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 22/100.

Income & Employment in Kearney

The median household income in Kearney is $69,790, 5% below the statewide median of $73,423. The local unemployment rate of 2.2% is lower than the state’s 2.8%. Population grew 1.1% recently.

Safety in Kearney

Kearney reports 304.5 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 290 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 1855.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Kearney

The median home value is $235,800. Median monthly rent is $922. Renters spend 15.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Kearney

The adult obesity rate in Kearney is 37.4%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.9%. Residents report an average of 15.7 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Nebraska ranks #15 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Kearney

Kearney has a high school graduation rate of 86.6%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.6:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,473. The city has 15 public schools serving 6,118 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Kearney

Kearney enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 56.3°F. Summers average 78.3°F. Winters average 33.5°F. Annual precipitation is 24.1 inches. The average commute of 13.9 minutes is notably short.

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