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Keene, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Keene is a small town in California with a population of 452.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
452 Population 48/sq mi density
$280,100 Home Value $619,728 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
49.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $280,100
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.2%
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.6%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population452
Median Age64.4 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,494
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$280,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$619,728
Housing Units263
Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity29.6%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking10.0%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,629 ft (1,106 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.2%
High School+83.0%
Graduate+42.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute32 min
Broadband86.5%
Libraries28

Is Keene a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keene receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Keene stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Keene is $280,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Keene experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Keene has a population of 452 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 64.4 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.7%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

452
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
64.4yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
9.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.7%
Female 38.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Keene vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.6%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.4%
0% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Keene vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keene is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Keene vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,494
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit17.5%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Keene is $280,100, 1% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $619,728.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$280,100
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$619,728

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units263
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate1.89%
In Keene, 29.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 10.0% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Keene vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.6%
8% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.0%
29% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,090
Dentists1:1,901
Mental Health1:393
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits69.7%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Keene has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.7 inches
67% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,629 ft (1,106 m)
Area9.4 sq mi (24.4 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates35.2318°N, 118.6131°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 49.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 86.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.2%
46% above US avg
High School+83.0%
Graduate Degree+42.3%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area9.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.5%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit17.5%
Work from Home0.0%

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