Kenhorst, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Kenhorst is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,987. Residents earn $90,543 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,987 Population 5,063/sq mi density
$90,543 Median Income $40,835 per capita
$180,900 Home Value
$1,196 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
70 Violent Crime/100K 1,881 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$90,543 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,900 home value, $1,196/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
70 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,543
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $180,900
36% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 70/100K
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.1%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,196
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,987
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density5,063/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,543
Per Capita$40,835
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,900
Rent$1,196
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent70/100K
Property1,881/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault70/100K
Burglary627/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation340 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.1%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute28 min
Libraries25

Is Kenhorst a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kenhorst receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Kenhorst offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kenhorst is $90,543, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kenhorst is $180,900, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,196 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Kenhorst is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 70 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,881 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kenhorst experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Kenhorst has a population of 2,987 with a density of 5,063 people per square mile. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.2%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

2,987
Total Population
5,063
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Kenhorst vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.9%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.1%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kenhorst vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kenhorst is $90,543, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Kenhorst vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,543
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,835
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Kenhorst is $180,900, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,196 (3% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,900
36% below US avg
Median List Price$252,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$252,400
$/Sq Ft$201
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,196
3% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate4.08%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964
Kenhorst has a violent crime rate of 70 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,881 per 100,000 (4% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent69.7/100K
82% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault69.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,880.9/100K
4% below US avg
Burglary627.0/100K
Theft1,114.6/100K
Vehicle Theft139.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Kenhorst has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation340 ft (104 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density5,063/sq mi
Coordinates40.3068°N, 75.9438°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.1%
26% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density5,063/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Work from Home13.6%

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