Kearney County's 2026 population is estimated at 6,793, reflecting a 0.32% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Kearney County is the 42nd largest county in Nebraska. The 2010 population was 6,476 and has grown 4.89% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.2 years
Female: 39.8 years
Male: 41.1 years
There are 5,050 adults, (1,379 of whom are seniors) in Kearney County.
Female: 3,348 (49.9%)
Male: 3,365 (50.1%)
The racial composition of Kearney County includes 92.13% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,185 | 92.13% |
| Two or more races | 310 | 4.62% |
| Other race | 165 | 2.46% |
| Asian | 36 | 0.54% |
| Native American | 16 | 0.24% |
| Black or African American | 1 | 0.01% |
Kearney County 's average per capita income is $48,442. Household income levels show a median of $78,631. The poverty rate stands at 7.21%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $107,922 | - |
| Families | $94,183 | $127,187 |
| Households | $78,631 | $109,259 |
| Non Families | $41,096 | $63,846 |
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