Median Income
$119,375
59% higher than US avg
Home Value
$218,800
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
36.3%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$971
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.4%
32% lower than US avg
How Kelley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population386
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density522/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A+
Median Income$119,375
Per Capita$46,619
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$63,823M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$218,800
Rent$971
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$331,064
Health
Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease4.4%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Elevation1,034 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+36.3%
High School+97.8%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute22 min
Libraries19
Is Kelley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kelley receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Kelley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kelley is $119,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 59% above $75,149. This places Kelley among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kelley is $218,800, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $971 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 36.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Kelley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Kelley has a population of 386 with a density of 522 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 4.9% Black.
Population
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
The median household income in Kelley is $119,375, which is 59% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $119,375 |
| 59% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $46,619 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,395 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,610 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.4% |
| 32% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 20,581 |
| County GDP | $63,823M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,227 |
| Healthcare | 1,513 |
| Retail | 1,606 |
| Manufacturing | 341 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,943 |
| 98% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.17% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.5 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
The median home value in Kelley is $218,800, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $971 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $331,064.
Home Values
| Census Median | $218,800 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $331,064 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $971 |
| 17% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,943 |
| 98% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.17% |
In Kelley, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kelley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.6% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.7% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.6% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 15.5% |
| Physical Distress | 10.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,653/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,513 |
Crime Rates: Kelley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Kelley has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.9 inches |
| 6% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,034 ft (315 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 522/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9509°N, 93.6650°W |
| County FIPS | 19153 |