Kempton, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Kempton is a small town in Indiana with a population of 224. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
224 Population 1,400/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $24,750 per capita
$80,000 Home Value $219,167 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $775/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population224
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density1,400/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$24,750
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty17.8%
County GDP$736M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$219,167
Rent Burden24.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Elevation928 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+81.7%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute27 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries2

Is Kempton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kempton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kempton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kempton is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kempton is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Kempton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kempton has a population of 224 with a density of 1,400 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

224
Total Population
1,400
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kempton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kempton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kempton is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Kempton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,750
Avg Weekly Wage$1,111
IRS Avg AGI$67,822

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)348
County GDP$736M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare39
Retail44
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,278
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Work from Home16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kempton is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,167.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$219,167

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,278
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.85%
In Kempton, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.7%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death8,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access57.0%
Healthcare Facilities39

Crime Rates: Kempton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Kempton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation928 ft (283 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,400/sq mi
Coordinates40.2878°N, 86.2296°W
County FIPS18159
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.8-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 50.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+81.7%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,400/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants24
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Work from Home16.0%

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