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Central Kings, PE

Prince Edward Island

Central Kings is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 386. Residents earn $63,200 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
386 Population 14/sq mi density
$63,200 Median Income $38,000 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$855 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 250 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$63,200 median income, 10.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $855/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,200
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.6%
194% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.4%
81% higher than US avg

How Central Kings Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population386
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$63,200
Per Capita$38,000
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty22.4%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+32.4%
Graduate+2.7%

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Central Kings a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Central Kings receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Central Kings offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Central Kings is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Central Kings is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Central Kings has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Central Kings has a population of 386 with a density of 14 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

386
Total Population
2021 Census
14
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
28.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Central Kings vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages13%

Social Characteristics

Central Kings vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Central Kings is $63,200, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Central Kings vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,200
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.6%
194% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.4%
81% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Central Kings is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.1%
Renter-Occupied5.9%
Housing Units170

Property Tax

In Central Kings, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Central Kings vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Central Kings has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 250 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area28.2 sq mi (72.9 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates46.3168°N, 62.4986°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+32.4%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area28.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.4%

Nearby Cities

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