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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Kearney, NE vs Grand Island, NE

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Are people in Grand Island older or younger than people in Kearney?
- The Median Age in Grand Island is 2.8 years older than in Kearney.

Are housing costs cheaper in Grand Island or Kearney?
- Grand Island housing costs are 21.6% less expensive than Kearney housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Grand Island or Kearney?
- The average commute for residents of Grand Island is 3.9 minutes longer than it is for residents of Kearney.

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.

Things to do in Grand Island?
Grand Island, NE is a charming city situated in the heart of Nebraska’s farm country. This picturesque landscape provides plenty of recreational opportunities and scenic vistas throughout the year. Grand Island also offers excellent educational facilities and luxurious shopping centers at its doorstep.

 Kearney, NEGrand Island, NEUnited States
 Population  Unlock52,755329,725,481
 Median Income$62,695  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$259,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time12.57  Unlock26.38
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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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Reviews for Grand Island    1 Reviews
Abhd · Tulsa, OK
nice town to raise a family
Over 18 years ago

nice for the family but hard to find a good paying job.. the platte river is nice. i would try kearney before grand  More

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