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Kenedy, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Karnes County County
Kenedy, TX
At a Glance
How Kenedy Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kenedy's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kenedy a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kenedy residents earn a median household income of $39,688 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,088. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 409 business establishments, including 45 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kenedy is $134,300 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $172,045. Median rent is $1,041/month, with 28.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Kenedy reports 1,241 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 227% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,040/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
8.5% of adults in Kenedy hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 86.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kenedy has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 319 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.