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Kennard, NE

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Population
370
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,147 ft
Median Home Value
$189,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,106/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$95,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Kennard

Kennard is a quiet village in Washington County, Nebraska, located just west of Blair and within an easy drive of the Omaha metro. Settled along the railroad in 1869 and named for Nebraska's first Secretary of State, Thomas Kennard, the town has preserved its peaceful, small-community roots for well over a century. With Big Papillion Creek winding nearby and farmland stretching in every direction, it gives residents a scenic and grounded home base.

19950722 26 UP Kennard, NE (5360220244)

Today, the village offers a calm, friendly atmosphere where neighbors know each other and daily life moves at a relaxed pace. Historic churches and local gatherings anchor the community, giving it a strong sense of pride and connection. For anyone looking to relocate to eastern Nebraska, Kennard delivers the quiet charm of rural living alongside quick access to surrounding job centers, schools, and city conveniences.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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