City vs city
Columbus, NE vs Kearney, NE
| Columbus | Kearney | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,188 | 34,024 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Median home value | $198,900 | $235,800 |
| Median rent | $871 | $922 |
| Household income | $67,212 | $69,790 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% | 3.2% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 17% | 24% |
| State crime /100k | 1,626 | 1,626 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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