Median Income
$36,500
51% lower than US avg
Home Value
$109,400
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.7%
14% lower than US avg
How Kemp Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population179
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density994/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Economy
B+
Median Income$36,500
Per Capita$21,588
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$2,641M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$109,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease7.3%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation636 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+80.8%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute27 min
Libraries1
Is Kemp a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kemp receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Kemp offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kemp is $36,500, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.7% 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 Kemp is $109,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Kemp enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Kemp has a population of 179 with a density of 994 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.3%), with 44.1% Hispanic.
Population
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Kemp is $36,500, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,500 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,588 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $998 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,011 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,222 |
| County GDP | $2,641M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Healthcare | 124 |
| Retail | 155 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,752 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.52% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.7 min |
| Work from Home | 16.9% |
The median home value in Kemp is $109,400, 61% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $109,400 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $104,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $104,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $81 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.9% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,752 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.52% |
In Kemp, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kemp vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.9% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.4% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 76.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 12,725/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 124 |
Crime Rates: Kemp vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Kemp has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.3 inches |
| 19% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 636 ft (194 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 994/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7696°N, 96.3544°W |
| County FIPS | 40013 |