Gering, NE

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Population
8,535
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
3,913 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$186,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$823/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$75,093
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Gering sits right at the base of Scotts Bluff National Monument in the Nebraska Panhandle, offering residents dramatic bluff views and a peaceful, small-town atmosphere. Home to around 8,500 people, the town forms a close-knit twin-city hub with Scottsbluff, located just across the North Platte River. Living here means you get quiet, neighborly streets and easy commutes, along with quick access to the region's main medical centers, shopping, and dining options just over the bridge.

Daily life in Gering revolves around the outdoors and community traditions, from hiking the monument trails to gathering for the annual Oregon Trail Days festival each summer. The town features well-regarded local schools, scenic spots like the Northfield Park Arboretum, and the sprawling Legacy of the Plains Museum. For anyone considering a move to western Nebraska, Gering offers an affordable, scenic, and family-friendly place to settle down.

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