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Kenefick, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Kenefick is a small town in Texas with a population of 798. Residents earn $71,667 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
798 Population 515/sq mi density
$71,667 Median Income $34,588 per capita
$156,300 Home Value
$1,553 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$71,667 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,300 home value, $1,553/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,667
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,553
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population798
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density515/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,667
Per Capita$34,588
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$3,305M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,300
Rent$1,553
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units272
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured14.8%
Smoking17.3%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain62.8 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation40 ft (12 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+85.6%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute40 min
Broadband90.7%
Libraries4

Is Kenefick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kenefick receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Kenefick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kenefick is $71,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kenefick is $156,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,553 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Kenefick enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 62.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Kenefick has a population of 798 with a density of 515 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%).

Population

798
Total Population
515
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kenefick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kenefick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kenefick is $71,667, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Kenefick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,667
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,588
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$60,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,298
County GDP$3,305M

Business (County)

Restaurants121
Healthcare109
Retail205
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,039
73% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.1 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Kenefick is $156,300, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,553 (34% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,300
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$23
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.1%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,553
34% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.1%
Housing Units272
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,039
73% above US avg
Effective Rate3.86%
In Kenefick, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Uninsured14.8%
72% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,649
Dentists1:3,517
Mental Health1:3,384
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits53.8%
Premature Death11,242/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access46.1%
Healthcare Facilities109
Kenefick has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.8 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.1°F
28% above US avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.8 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation40 ft (12 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density515/sq mi
Coordinates30.1029°N, 94.8416°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48291
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.6%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+85.6%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density515/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants121
Retail Stores205

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.1 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.4%

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