There are 5 independent living communities serving Kearney, Nebraska. This includes 3 communities in Kearney and 2 nearby. The daily costs for independent living in Nebraska range from $20 up to $138, with a median expense running around $60. The monthly expense averages around $1,813 and ranges between $591 and $4,125. Annually, the median cost is around $21,763, which is less than the nationwide average of $23,100.
Kearney is a small city in Buffalo County, Nebraska. With 576,149 residents in the encompassing metropolitan area and 36,411 living in the city, it is the 5th biggest city in the state. The senior community represents about 22% of the overall population.
Kearney has a good SeniorScore™ of 75. The city has a median per capita income of $24,000 and a median household income is $51,000 (the Nebraska state average is $50,000). The median home price in Kearney is $112,500, which is somewhat lower than the Nebraska average of $139,500. The city has a low unemployment rate of roughly 4.75%.
Kearney has harsh average temperatures, with cold winters and mildly warm summers. The city receives ideal levels of rain each year. In comparison to other cities, Kearney has excellent air quality ratings and a moderate crime rate.