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18 discussions from residents and visitors

aria_lover

Dog-friendly places in Kearney?

OK so I've been here for 10 years and Homes are going for about $235,800 on average. You can expect to pay around $922 for rent here. Household incomes average around $69,790 in Kearney. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. ...

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Paisley Martinez

Rent vs buy in Kearney -what makes sense?

I've been here for 16 years and The median home value here is around $235,800, which is actually reasonable. With a population of 34,024, Kearney is a smaller city. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are where m...

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Grace Myers

Pros and cons of Kearney after 12 years

Curious what people think. I relocated for work and Median household income is $69,790, which feels about average for the area. Homes are going for about $235,800 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. Am I overthinking this? Cheers. Cost ...

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Rylee Mitchell

Day-to-day life in Kearney, NE

I'm single, late 30s, and It's a a smaller city city with about 34,024 people. Rent is about $922/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Is this normal for Kearney? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's cha...

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Megan M.

Best industries in Kearney right now

Curious what people think. I'm retired and People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Any advice would be great.

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Hudson Brooks

What surprised you most about Kearney?

First post here. I'm a 31-year-old real estate agent and Household incomes average around $69,790 in Kearney. Homes are going for about $235,800 on average. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in r...

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Andrew R.

Day-to-day life in Kearney, NE

So, I'm a remote worker and With a population of 34,024, Kearney is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $235,800, which is actually reasonable. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating ...

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Megan M.

Living in Kearney -the reality

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a college student here and Crime rate is something to consider -Kearney sits at 255.3 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. With a population of 34,024, Kearney is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $69,790 in Kear...

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Emily

Healthcare options in Kearney?

OK so What do you all think? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to lo

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Isaiah Lee

What's it really like living in Kearney?

I'm a 23-year-old accountant and The median home value here is around $235,800, which is actually reasonable. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Has anyone dealt with this? Thanks! Cost of living is definitely rising, but...

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Ezra

Is Kearney a good place to live?

Been meaning to ask this. I work in media and Homes are going for about $235,800 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thanks for reading.

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Grace Myers

Studio apartments in Kearney -options?

Hey, I'm a remote worker and Homes are going for about $235,800 on average. Household incomes average around $69,790 in Kearney. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Should I be c...

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Isaiah Lee

Unpopular opinion about Kearney

Hello, Should I be concerned? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Paisley Evans

Job hunting in Kearney -tips?

Homes are going for about $235,800 on average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Am I wrong here? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Nigh...

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Eliana James

Commute times in Kearney -how bad?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm retired and Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 7.8%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Does this match your experience?

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Eliana James

Housing market in Kearney right now

So, Just moved here 9 months ago and You can expect to pay around $922 for rent here. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. The median home value here is around $235,800, which is actually reasonable. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene...

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Grace Myers

Is Kearney walkable?

Hey, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Crime rate is something to consider -Kearney sits at 255.3 per 100K. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 34,024, Kearney is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $69,790 in Kearney. It's a very car-de...

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Everett Price

Is Kearney good for remote workers?

OK so Been living here since 2006. Household incomes average around $69,790 in Kearney. Median household income is $69,790, which feels about average for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 34,024 people. Homes are going for about $235,800 on average. There's a growing tech scene which i...

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