🌅🚗 Westward Wayfarer
Tourism and Demographic Statistics for Greater Kearney-Grand Island, NE.
🏆 destination score
62%
🌱 tourism development
35%
🍡 culinary diversity
34%
💖 something for everyone
92%
🏙️ total quality assets
567
🛎️ accommodations
68
- 🛋️ Hotel: 50
- 🧭 Other: 15
- 🥐 Bed & Breakfast: 7
- 🏖️ Resort: 2
🗽 attractions
99
- 🏞️ Outdoors: 55
- 🧠 Education: 23
- 🧭 Other: 22
- 🍷 Wine & Spirits: 3
- 🎨 Arts: 2
- 🌾 Agriculture: 2
🍜 food
244
- 🧭 Other: 110
- ☕ Beverages: 58
- 🍔 American: 47
- 🌯 Southwestern: 26
- 🍰 Desserts: 24
- 🍗 Southern: 6
- 🍕 European: 5
- 🍣 Asian: 3
🛍️ shopping
156
- 🧭 Other: 83
- 🕯️ Specialty Store: 34
- 🧺 Local Market: 19
- 👖 Thrifts & Antiques: 18
- 🏬 Mall & Plaza: 15
- 🎁 Gift Shop: 6
🧳 annual visitors
1.50 million
(estimated)
🌜 overnight visitors
987,040
🚌 daytrip visitors
512,999
💵 economic impact
$1.23 billion
$5,746 per resident
👨👩👧👦 total population
213,823
📏 total area size
8,004 sq. mi.
🏘️ population density
26 per sq. mi.
🧮 average age
40 years old
🧸 gen beta
2,209
1%
🤖 gen alpha
30,521
14%
📱 gen z
46,746
21%
💻 millenials
41,226
19%
📼 gen x
36,384
17%
🎸 baby boomers
44,277
20%
🕰️ silent generation
12,460
8%
🛬 total airports
10
✈️ OMA
Eppley Airfield
92 mi. away
🛩️ GRI
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
In-Region
🛩️ EAR
Kearney Regional Airport
In-Region
🛩️ LNK
Lincoln Airport
42 mi. away
🛩️ MCK
McCook Ben Nelson Regional Airport
46 mi. away
🛩️ LBF
North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field
51 mi. away
🛩️ HYS
Hays Regional Airport
82 mi. away
🛩️ SLN
Salina Municipal Airport
95 mi. away
🛩️ MHK
Manhattan Regional Airport
104 mi. away
🛩️ SUX
Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field
110 mi. away
⚡ total EV chargers
98
🚗 average power
85 kW
🔋 max power
350 kW
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🏘️ principal places
Kearney, NE
🏙️ 85 (total)🛎️ 16🗽 18🍜 37🛍️ 14
Grand Island, NE
🏙️ 80 (total)🛎️ 18🗽 11🍜 38🛍️ 13
Hastings, NE
🏙️ 57 (total)🛎️ 9🗽 8🍜 29🛍️ 11
York, NE
🏙️ 33 (total)🛎️ 7🗽 6🍜 6🛍️ 14
Lexington, NE
🏙️ 29 (total)🛎️ 2🗽 3🍜 18🛍️ 6
Holdrege, NE
🏙️ 19 (total)🛎️ 1🗽 5🍜 8🛍️ 5
Aurora, NE
🏙️ 18 (total)🗽 6🍜 5🛍️ 7
Saint Paul, NE
🏙️ 16 (total)🛎️ 1🗽 4🍜 5🛍️ 6
Gibbon, NE
🏙️ 15 (total)🛎️ 1🗽 6🍜 5🛍️ 3
Central City, NE
🏙️ 13 (total)🛎️ 1🗽 2🍜 6🛍️ 4
Alma, NE
🏙️ 12 (total)🛎️ 1🗽 2🍜 5🛍️ 4
Elwood, NE
🏙️ 10 (total)🗽 5🍜 3🛍️ 2
Loup City, NE
🏙️ 10 (total)🛎️ 2🍜 3🛍️ 5
📜 principal counties
Buffalo, NE
🏙️ 126 (total)🛎️ 19🗽 31🍜 48🛍️ 28
Hall, NE
🏙️ 98 (total)🛎️ 19🗽 16🍜 45🛍️ 18
Adams, NE
🏙️ 64 (total)🛎️ 9🗽 8🍜 34🛍️ 13
York, NE
🏙️ 39 (total)🛎️ 8🗽 6🍜 8🛍️ 17
Dawson, NE
🏙️ 32 (total)🛎️ 2🗽 3🍜 20🛍️ 7
Hamilton, NE
🏙️ 28 (total)🗽 7🍜 10🛍️ 11
Phelps, NE
🏙️ 23 (total)🛎️ 1🗽 5🍜 9🛍️ 8
Howard, NE
🏙️ 23 (total)🛎️ 1🗽 4🍜 9🛍️ 9
Harlan, NE
🏙️ 21 (total)🛎️ 3🗽 2🍜 9🛍️ 7
Merrick, NE
🏙️ 18 (total)🛎️ 1🗽 3🍜 9🛍️ 5
Webster, NE
🏙️ 16 (total)🗽 3🍜 7🛍️ 6
Clay, NE
🏙️ 16 (total)🛎️ 1🗽 1🍜 9🛍️ 5
Sherman, NE
🏙️ 15 (total)🛎️ 2🍜 6🛍️ 7
Kearney, NE
🏙️ 12 (total)🛎️ 1🗽 3🍜 4🛍️ 4
Franklin, NE
🏙️ 12 (total)🛎️ 1🍜 7🛍️ 4
Gosper, NE
🏙️ 10 (total)🗽 5🍜 3🛍️ 2
🛣️ highways
🏃♀️ personas
📜 The History Buff 🏛️
92% MatchSeeks Immersive experiences to connect with the nation's rich past, longing for encounters with iconic landmarks, well-curated museums, and insightful guided tours that unveil the layers of history hidden within the diverse landscapes of the country.
🎶 The Music and Arts Devotee 🎨
92% MatchCulture is their currency, and festivals, concerts, and galleries are their playground. Armed with a ticket and a playlist, they're here to prove that life's better with a little more rhythm and a lot more color.
🏄♂️ The Adventure Aficionado 🌄
92% MatchFrom mountain tops to ocean waves, they're the adrenaline addict who believes life's a playground of thrills. If it doesn't make your heart race, they're not interested.
🚶♂️ The Hiking Enthusiast 🥾
92% MatchPeaks, trails, and untouched vistas—this nature aficionado walks the walk, turning every hike into a breathtaking journey that leaves footprints on their soul.
🌿 The Eco-Conservationist 🌏
90% MatchIn a world where green is the new black, this planet protector embarks on eco-adventures, championing wildlife, and leaving nothing but footprints and goodwill behind.
🌳 The Nature Lover 🌿
90% MatchWhispering with the wilds, seeking solace in national parks and picturesque landscapes. If it's not under the sky, it's just not their kind of adventure.
📸 The Passionate Photographer 📷
88% MatchArmed with a camera and an eye for the extraordinary, they're the memory maker capturing life's beautiful moments, one click at a time.
🌍 The Diversity Discoverer 🤝
88% MatchOn a mission to explore destinations where cultures blend like a symphony of flavors, celebrating the kaleidoscope of humanity. With a compass for inclusivity and a radar for minority-owned gems, they're rewriting the travel map one diverse experience at a time.
🎭 The Cultural Voyager 🎪
88% MatchCultural tapestries, traditions, and festivals—this curious globetrotter immerses themselves in the heart of destinations, unraveling their secrets.
📱 The Tech Savvy Trailblazer 🌐
88% MatchNavigating both reality and the digital realm, they're the modern-day explorer searching for VR adventures and tech-infused destinations. They're living in the future and loving it.
💼 The Business Maven ⌚
85% MatchA jet-setting genius whose power suit is as sharp as their wit. They conquer conferences like a pro, turning networking into an art and transforming boardrooms into their personal stage.
🛍️ The Artisan Shopper 🎁
85% MatchSeeking treasures beyond the tourist traps, they're the retail detective on a mission to uncover hidden gems, local art, and souvenirs that tell a unique story.
🏙️ The Metropolitan Mapper 🏢
85% MatchNavigating the concrete jungles with an artful twist, this urbanite thrives on neon lights, culture galore, and the city's heartbeat after dark. They don't just visit cities, they conquer them.
🇺🇸 The Americana Archivist 🗽
85% MatchChasing roadside wonders and quirky landmarks, they're the time traveler in search of small-town charm that spells out nostalgia in neon lights.
🧘♂️ The Wellness Wanderer 🌱
85% MatchArmed with yoga mats and spa vouchers, they're the zen warrior of vacationing. Balancing chakras and soaking in serenity, they're the true masters of vacation relaxation.
🏡 The Local Immersion Seeker 🗺️
85% MatchTouristy is not in their vocabulary. Armed with curiosity and a camera, they dive into the heart of a destination, embracing locals, flavors, and stories that go beyond the guidebook.
💎 The Luxury Lifestyle ✨
80% MatchSeeking lavish accommodations, exquisite dining, and experiences fit for royalty. They're living their best life and making no apologies for it.
🏙️ The Roaming Advocate 🏳️🌈
80% MatchOn a mission to paint the world with all colors of the rainbow, this fearless traveler seeks out destinations that embrace diversity like a warm hug. Inclusivity is their compass, and they're leading the way.
🌾 The Agricultural Gastronaut 🍅
80% MatchBoldly embarking on culinary expeditions where farm-to-table delights are savored with a mix of culinary curiosity and a tractor-load of appreciation for the humble yet exquisite flavors of the earth.
🍔 The Culinary Explorer 🍕
80% MatchOn a mission to devour local flavors and gastronomic wonders. Tasteless meals are a no-go; they're all about feasting on the extraordinary.
🕰️ The Retro Revivalist 🕹️
78% MatchEmbracing nostalgia and vintage charm, they're the traveler stepping back in time to experience the past's magical allure.
💑 The Romantic Escapist 💖
78% MatchLovebirds seeking moments that make time stand still, from intimate getaways to heart-fluttering views. With eyes locked and hands held, their love story becomes the backdrop to every journey.
🚸 The Junior Jetsetters 🛫
78% MatchParents and kids, on a journey of laughter and learning, one adventure at a time. From little steps to giant leaps, this family knows that the best destinations are the ones shared.
🍷 The Wine and Spirits Connoisseur 🥂
78% MatchFrom vineyards to distilleries, they're the Sherlock Holmes of sips. Armed with a glass and an expert palate, they uncover the hidden flavors that make a destination truly intoxicating.
🚗 The Road Tripper 🛣️
75% MatchWith highways as their playground, they're the wanderer who uncovers hidden gems along the way. For them, the journey is just as exciting as the destination.
👴👨👧 The Parental Passage 👶👵
75% MatchBridging generations with travel, this explorer brings family tales to life, crafting memories that withstand time. It's more than a vacation—it's a legacy in the making.
🧙♂️ The Treasure Hunter 🗺️
75% MatchUncovering ancient stories and mysteries, this seeker of legends explores destinations steeped in tales of magic and wonder.
🧑👨👦👦 The Family Fusion 🎈
75% MatchAn orchestra of generations, this harmonious crew blends the laughter of kids, wisdom of parents, and spark of grandparents into a symphony of love, adventure, and unforgettable memories.
🌃 The Nightlife Nomad 🎶
75% MatchWhen the sun sets, this nocturnal explorer spreads their wings and takes flight into a world of live music, dance floors, and neon-lit alleys. If you need to know where the party's at, they're the ultimate nightlife oracle.
💰 The Thrifty Traveler 🛒
70% MatchSaving on expenses, not on experiences. They're the budget magician who turns every penny into an adventure-packed memory.
🎢 The Theme Park Enthusiast 🎡
68% MatchThey say life's a roller coaster, so they've made it their mission to ride every twist and turn. From scream-worthy drops to magical encounters, this thrill-seeker takes amusement to a whole new level.
🏖️ The Beach Bum ☀️
68% MatchSandy shores are their sanctuary, and the sound of waves is their daily symphony. With sunscreen in one hand and a beach read in the other, they've perfected the art of coastal relaxation.
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Place ID: 28290
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