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Helena, MT vs Kearney, NE

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Are people in Kearney older or younger than people in Helena?
- The Median Age in Kearney is 7.8 years younger than in Helena.

Are housing costs cheaper in Kearney or Helena?
- Kearney housing costs are 41.1% less expensive than Helena housing costs.

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

Things to do in Helena?
Helena MT rests near Lewis and Clark National Forest which makes it an ideal spot for outdoor activities ranging from hiking trails to skiing during winter months plus museums showcasing local history!

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.

 Helena, MTKearney, NEUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,558329,725,481
 Median Income$59,712  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock32.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$439,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time12.29  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Helena    17 Reviews

I spent 6 months living on a ranch in the Helena valley. This was during the population boom Montana experienced after covid. Helena has some great mountain biking  More

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Over 3 years ago

We transplanted from Southern California 3 years ago and have never looked back! Living in the small unincorporated town of York Montana located in the Helena nation  More

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Over 5 years ago

I lived here for 16 years. It is a great place to grow  More

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Reviews for Kearney    7 Reviews

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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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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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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