Median Income
$88,500
18% higher than US avg
Home Value
$290,100
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.5%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,156
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.7%
70% lower than US avg
How Kekoskee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population987
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
A+
Median Income$88,500
Per Capita$39,387
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$5,048M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$290,100
Rent$1,156
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden16.9%
Health
Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation880 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.5%
High School+97.6%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute26 min
Libraries13
Is Kekoskee a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kekoskee receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kekoskee stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kekoskee is $88,500, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kekoskee is $290,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,156 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Kekoskee has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Kekoskee has a population of 987 with a density of 31 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).
Population
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
The median household income in Kekoskee is $88,500, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $88,500 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,387 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,145 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,992 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.7% |
| 70% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,002 |
| County GDP | $5,048M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 166 |
| Healthcare | 170 |
| Retail | 208 |
| Manufacturing | 138 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,187 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.2% |
The median home value in Kekoskee is $290,100, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,156 (1% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $290,100 |
| 3% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,156 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 16.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,187 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.79% |
In Kekoskee, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kekoskee vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.5% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.1% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,421/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 71.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 170 |
Crime Rates: Kekoskee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Kekoskee has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.1°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.6 inches |
| 6% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 880 ft (268 m) |
| Area | 31.4 sq mi (81.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5006°N, 88.5846°W |
| County FIPS | 55027 |