Gering, Nebraska
Quick Statistics
Gering is a community in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, home to about 8,550 people spread across 5.6 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $42,595 a year, and a typical home is worth about $186,500. About 40.0% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.5% of residents under 65 have health insurance.
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Among the Nebraska towns GeoStat tracks, Gering ranks number 19 of 583 in population, number 149 in median household income, number 92 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Gering typically top out near 89°F in July, while January nights average about 15°F. The area sees roughly 40 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Terrytown, NE | 1.5 mi. | 793 |
| 2. | Scottsbluff, NE | 2.8 mi. | 14,376 |
| 3. | Melbeta, NE | 8.1 mi. | 146 |
| 4. | Minatare, NE | 8.4 mi. | 712 |
| 5. | Mitchell, NE | 11.0 mi. | 1,962 |
| 6. | McGrew, NE | 13.8 mi. | 67 |
| 7. | Morrill, NE | 16.5 mi. | 880 |
| 8. | Bayard, NE | 18.1 mi. | 1,531 |
What is the population of Gering, Nebraska?
Gering has a population of about 8,550 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Gering, Nebraska in?
Gering is located in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska.
What is the median home value in Gering, Nebraska?
The median home value in Gering is about $186,500, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Gering, Nebraska?
The median personal income in Gering is about $42,595 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Gering, Nebraska?
Since 1950, 69 tornadoes have been recorded in Scotts Bluff County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Gering, Nebraska?
Typical July highs run about 89 degrees and January lows about 15 degrees, with around 40 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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