Kearney is a city located in Clay County, in the state of Missouri (MO), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 6.6 square miles (17.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 849 ft. With a population of approximately 5,472 residents, Kearney offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.37% males and 51.63% females, and it has a population density of 832.88 people per square mile (321.58/km²). Kearney lies at a latitude of 39.37 and a longitude of -94.36, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (7.7%), followed by English (16.1%), German (23.4%), and Scotch-Irish (4%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 64060.