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New Bern, NC vs Kearney, NE

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Highlights
Are people in Kearney older or younger than people in New Bern?
- The Median Age in Kearney is 8.4 years younger than in New Bern.

Are housing costs cheaper in Kearney or New Bern?
- Kearney housing costs are 8.2% more expensive than New Bern housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Kearney or New Bern?
- The average commute for residents of Kearney is 6.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of New Bern.

Things to do in New Bern?
New Bern, NC can be found along North Carolina's coastal plain along the Neuse River Basin with a population just over 30 thousand residents enjoying historical attractions like Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens or kid friendly spots such as The Municiple Pool & Water Works Complex ideal for any family fun day out!

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.

 New Bern, NCKearney, NEUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,558329,725,481
 Median Income$45,829  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock32.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$239,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock2.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.38  Unlock26.38
Reviews for New Bern    12 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

New Bern is a nice quiet town. The people are very nice. The cost of living is low which would be great if you are retiring from a big city. There is always a place eat,  More

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I’ve lived here for my hole Life I’m 12 and I just wanna say if u what snow every xmas and on Xmas don’t come here bc u won’t get it. Now if u want a very hot summer  More

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Over 5 years ago

My wife and I spent a week here and found it to be an enjoyable area. I have been looking to move to NC for a while now and I think this trip talked her into it.  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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