City of Kearney

Located squarely in the nations mid-point, Kearney is a crossroads for commerce and culture. More than 33,000 people call the Kearney area home enjoying a balance of urban amenities and Main Street America quality of life. Kearney is ranked sixth nationally for the best places for millennial job seekers in the Midwest. Kearney is home to the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK), a public residential university with nearly 8,000 students and ranked as a Top Ten Regional University by U.S. News & World Report. Downtown Kearney is a historic district featuring unique boutiques, jewelry, mens and womens apparel, furniture, fine dining, specialty pubs, nightlife establishments, and the Museum of Nebraska Art (MONA). The vibrancy of The Bricks provides the thrill of urban culture balanced with the feel of small town living. Kearney is home to 17 beautiful parks totaling 577 acres of parkland and 24 miles of trails. With enjoyable amenities including 2 marinas, 4 splash pads, 2 pu...