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Kendleton, TX

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Kendleton is a small town in Texas with a population of 291. Residents earn $41,544 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
291 Population 265/sq mi density
$41,544 Median Income $27,587 per capita
$128,400 Home Value $173,041 Zillow
$1,167 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
71°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$41,544 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$128,400 home value, $1,167/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,544
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,400
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,167
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.6%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.7%
91% higher than US avg

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

People

Population291
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density265/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,544
Per Capita$27,587
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.7%
County GDP$2,722M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,400
Rent$1,167
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,041
Housing Units181
Rent Burden27.8%

Health

Obesity46.6%
Uninsured26.6%
Smoking20.7%
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute24 min
Broadband61.9%
Libraries4

Is Kendleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kendleton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Kendleton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kendleton is $41,544, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kendleton is $128,400, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,167 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Kendleton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Kendleton has a population of 291 with a density of 265 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (63.2%), with 2.1% White.

Population

291
Total Population
265
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kendleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.8%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.2%
73% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kendleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kendleton is $41,544, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Kendleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,544
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,587
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$64,920

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.7%
91% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,154
County GDP$2,722M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare96
Retail155
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,898
97% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone65.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Kendleton is $128,400, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,167 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,041.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,400
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,041

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,167
0% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.9%
Housing Units181
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,898
97% above US avg
Effective Rate5.37%
In Kendleton, 46.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% of residents lack health insurance. 20.7% are current smokers. 20.1% report depression. 42.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.6%
45% above US avg
Diabetes20.4%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure44.6%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.0%
Cancer4.2%
Stroke5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.7%
48% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.7%
Physical Inactivity42.9%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress17.7%
Short Sleep47.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.4%
Uninsured26.6%
209% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,608
Dentists1:1,818
Mental Health1:1,670
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits38.0%
Premature Death11,245/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.1%
Healthcare Facilities96
Kendleton has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density265/sq mi
Coordinates29.4438°N, 96.0066°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48481
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin. 61.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%
D 23.8%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density265/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants87
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone65.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

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