Median Income
$57,302
24% lower than US avg
Home Value
$180,900
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,196
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.5%
9% higher than US avg
How Kathleen Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,527
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density908/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Economy
B+
Median Income$57,302
Per Capita$26,783
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$24,175M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$180,900
Rent$1,196
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Elevation117 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+73.7%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute27 min
Libraries10
Is Kathleen a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kathleen receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kathleen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kathleen is $57,302, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kathleen is $180,900, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,196 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Kathleen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Kathleen has a population of 6,527 with a density of 908 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic.
Population
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 80.4% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Spanish | 19.6% |
| 46% above US avg |
The median household income in Kathleen is $57,302, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,302 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,783 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,075 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,646 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.5% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,144 |
| County GDP | $24,175M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 894 |
| Healthcare | 1,576 |
| Retail | 1,600 |
| Manufacturing | 255 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,232 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.44% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.0% |
The median home value in Kathleen is $180,900, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,196 (3% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $180,900 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $439,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $439,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $200 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.2% |
| Price Drops | 23.5% |
| Inventory | 17 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,196 |
| 3% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,232 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.44% |
In Kathleen, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kathleen vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.1% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.7% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,901/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,576 |
Crime Rates: Kathleen vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 98 |
Safety Score
Kathleen has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
62°F Jan (17°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 74.3°F |
| 38% above US avg |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.1 inches |
| 48% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 117 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 7.2 sq mi (18.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 908/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.1192°N, 82.0400°W |
| County FIPS | 12101 |