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Kearney, NE vs Hutchinson, KS

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Are people in Hutchinson older or younger than people in Kearney?
- The Median Age in Hutchinson is 6.6 years older than in Kearney.

Are housing costs cheaper in Hutchinson or Kearney?
- Hutchinson housing costs are 51.6% less expensive than Kearney housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Hutchinson or Kearney?
- The average commute for residents of Hutchinson is 3.2 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 Hutchinson?
Hutchinson, Kansas lies within Reno county giving people a variety of culture attractions ranging from Cosmosphere to Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center plus dining spots like El Charro Mexican Grill.

 Kearney, NEHutchinson, KSUnited States
 Population  Unlock40,202329,725,481
 Median Income$62,695  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$259,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time12.57  Unlock26.38
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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Reviews for Hutchinson    2 Reviews

I visited Hutchinson for the first time yesterday and after that experience I stated that I would not go back. I have heard so many people say that Hutchinson was ugly,  More

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Sorry guys, if you are looking for a well rounded community with lots to do you may want to stear clear of "Hutch" as the locals call it. Religion is still preached in  More

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