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Jackson, WY vs Kearney, NE

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Are people in Kearney older or younger than people in Jackson?
- The Median Age in Kearney is 1.3 years younger than in Jackson.

Are housing costs cheaper in Kearney or Jackson?
- Kearney housing costs are 82.4% less expensive than Jackson housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Kearney or Jackson?
- The average commute for residents of Kearney is 1.7 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Jackson.

Things to do in Jackson?
Jackson, WY is located in Teton County boasting a population close to 11,000 people. Here you can find attractions like Grand Teton National Park which features various monuments perfect for history buffs while also taking part in various festivals like the Annual Jackson Hole Rendezvous showcasing some of the area's best talent throughout the year!

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.

 Jackson, WYKearney, NEUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,558329,725,481
 Median Income$83,289  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock32.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$1,470,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time14.28  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Jackson    13 Reviews

I live in Jackson and I can tell you for sure it sucks. I'm currently a student in college so I don't bring in any income but my husband makes about 200,000 a year.....  More

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Over 4 years ago

What a rip-off!!! I had wanted to see Jackson, Wy for many years and found it to be very snooty. The motels were outrageously expensive. The entire city is  More

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Jackson, like so many other wealthy towns, is composed of the wealthy who made their money elsewhere and those who serve them. Those who serve are actually pretty nice  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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