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Kendall, WI

Wisconsin

Kendall is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 394. Residents earn $59,844 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
394 Population 518/sq mi density
$59,844 Median Income $31,919 per capita
$108,600 Home Value $212,519 Zillow
$617 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,844 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,600 home value, $617/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,844
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $617
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.9%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population394
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density518/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,844
Per Capita$31,919
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$1,233M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,600
Rent$617
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,519
Housing Units186
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity45.9%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking20.4%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband90.4%
Libraries5

Is Kendall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kendall receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kendall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kendall is $59,844, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kendall is $108,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $617 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

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kendall experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 38.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kendall has a population of 394 with a density of 518 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%).

Population

394
Total Population
518
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kendall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kendall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kendall is $59,844, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Kendall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,844
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,919
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$59,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)736
County GDP$1,233M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare49
Retail81
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,068
45% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Kendall is $108,600, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $617 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,519.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,600
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$212,519

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$617
47% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.2%
Housing Units186
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,068
45% above US avg
Effective Rate4.67%
In Kendall, 45.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 34.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.9%
43% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity34.2%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,340
Dentists1:2,687
Mental Health1:451
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits54.2%
Premature Death8,839/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access52.2%
Healthcare Facilities49
Kendall has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall38.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density518/sq mi
Coordinates43.7927°N, 90.3676°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.2-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 32.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+95.1%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density518/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants83
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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