Median Income
$39,571
47% lower than US avg
Home Value
$129,300
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Keener Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population264
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female21% / 79%
Largest GroupWhite 45%
Economy
B+
Median Income$39,571
Per Capita$32,090
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,769M
Housing
A+
Home Value$129,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation148 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
CommuteN/A
Libraries3
Is Keener a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Keener receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Keener offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Keener is $39,571, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Keener is $129,300, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Keener enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Keener has a population of 264 with a density of 24 people per square mile. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (50.8%), with 44.7% White.
Population
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Keener is $39,571, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,571 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,090 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $944 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,445 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,557 |
| County GDP | $6,769M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 224 |
| Healthcare | 252 |
| Retail | 454 |
| Manufacturing | 56 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,371 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.61% |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 24.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 75.3% |
The median home value in Keener is $129,300, 54% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $129,300 |
| 54% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,371 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.61% |
In Keener, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Keener vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.6% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.5% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.6% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,854/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 252 |
Crime Rates: Keener vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
Safety Score
Keener has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 11.2 sq mi (28.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1211°N, 78.2984°W |
| County FIPS | 37191 |