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Kearney, ON

Ontario

Kearney is a small town in Ontario with a population of 974. Residents earn $68,000 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
974 Population 5/sq mi density
$68,000 Median Income $45,500 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 15.4% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$68,000 median income, 11.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,000
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
206% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

How Kearney Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population974
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,000
Per Capita$45,500
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty14.6%
Commute34 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$500,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units460
Rent Burden15.4%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+33.1%
Graduate+3.6%

Community

Commute34 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Kearney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kearney receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Kearney has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kearney is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kearney is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kearney has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Kearney has a population of 974 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

974
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
203.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kearney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
92% below US avg
Other Languages7.7%

Social Characteristics

Kearney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kearney is $68,000, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Kearney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,000
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,500

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
206% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.9 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Kearney is $500,000, 77% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden15.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.4%
Renter-Occupied7.6%
Housing Units460

Property Tax

In Kearney, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kearney vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Kearney has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 262 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)
Area203.9 sq mi (528.2 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates45.5555°N, 79.2241°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+33.1%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area203.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.9 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.9%

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