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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Columbus, NE vs Kearney, NE

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Are people in Kearney older or younger than people in Columbus?
- The Median Age in Kearney is 5.1 years younger than in Columbus.

Are housing costs cheaper in Kearney or Columbus?
- Kearney housing costs are 10.5% more expensive than Columbus housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Kearney or Columbus?
- The average commute for residents of Kearney is 0.3 minutes longer than it is for residents of Columbus.

Things to do in Columbus?
Columbus is an incorporated city located in Platte County, Nebraska featuring plenty of attractions such as exploring its multiple trails ideal for biking or jogging plus nearby Platte River State Park offers amazing views great for outdoor activities. Additionally there are numerous locally owned stores and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine ideal for any budget during their stay here!

Things to do in Kearney?
Kearney NE is situated between Lincoln and Omaha, providing a variety of recreational activities from golfing to hiking plus numerous historical sites.

 Columbus, NEKearney, NEUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,558329,725,481
 Median Income$60,586  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock32.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$234,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time12.24  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Columbus    1 Reviews
S · Columbus, NE
It's a bit bland.
Over 1 years ago

Columbus is a mediocre town that has started to proliferate. The housing market is terrible; finding a place to rent at a reasonable price is next to impossible. It's  More

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Reviews for Kearney    7 Reviews
Nicole · Kearney, NE
Opportunity Kearney!!
Over 14 years ago

Kearney is a wonderful community. It has grown exponentially in the last 15 years and continues to make smart decisions in its development. Check out the YouTube video  More

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Clint · Barry, IL
Kearney - Pros/Cons
Over 17 years ago

Pros: 1. Very low crime rate 2. Low cost of housing 3. Quiet, peaceful community Cons: 1. Poor school system 2. Taxes in Nebraska are extremely high due to the  More

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Ross · Kearney, NE
The economy is booming
Over 18 years ago

Unemployment is pretty much not existent. I am in the IT industry. If you have skills you can get a job today. If you have IT skills and you are interested in Kearney  More

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