Kenly, NC

North Carolina · Johnston County · Raleigh-Cary Metro

Kenly is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,351. Residents earn $46,229 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

2,351 Population 1,251/sq mi density

$46,229 Median Income $24,173 per capita

$183,300 Home Value $255,263 Zillow

$780 Median Rent 33.0% income on rent

62°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr

924 Violent Crime/100K 4,606 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.6 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.3 / 5.0

$46,229 median income, 4.8% unemployment

Affordability

4.4 / 5.0

$183,300 home value, $780/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

924 violent crimes/100K (143% above avg)

Education

1.6 / 5.0

7.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $46,229

38% lower than US avg

Home Value $183,300

35% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 924/100K

143% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.7%

77% lower than US avg

Median Rent $780

33% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.2%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.8%

33% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.0%

19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,351

Median Age34.8 yrs

Density1,251/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 63%

Veterans4.7%

Economy

Median Income$46,229

Per Capita$24,173

Unemployment4.8%

Poverty10.0%

County GDP$11,573M

Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$183,300

Rent$780

Ownership52.4%

Zillow$255,263

Housing Units997

Rent Burden33.0%

Crime

Violent924/100K

Property4,606/100K

Health

Obesity37.2%

Uninsured12.1%

Smoking15.6%

Depression24.9%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain49.4 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation197 ft (60 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.7%

High School+84.4%

Graduate+4.8%

School Score5.77

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%

Commute27 min

Broadband74.1%

EV Stations2

Libraries7

Is Kenly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kenly receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Kenly has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kenly is $46,229, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kenly is $183,300, 35% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 924 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,606 per 100,000, 135% above the national average.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kenly enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Kenly has a population of 2,351 with a density of 1,251 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (63%), with 27.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.6% of residents, while 11.4% speak Spanish. 4.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 16.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,351

Total Population

1,251

People / sq mi

34.8yrs

Median Age

11% below US avg

1.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%

Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kenly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.6%

13% above US avg

Spanish 11.4%

15% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kenly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kenly is $46,229, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,173 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,064, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,104 business establishments, including 352 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 2.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kenly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,229
	38% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,173
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,064
IRS Avg AGI	$73,009
Gini Index	0.421 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.8%
	33% above US avg
Poverty Rate	10.0%
	19% below US avg
Establishments (County)	5,104
County GDP	$11,573M

Business (County)

Restaurants	352
Healthcare	353
Retail	575
Manufacturing	117

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,488
	0% below US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.3 min
Drive Alone	78.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Kenly is $183,300, 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,263, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $780 (33% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 52.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 997 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $3,488. 33.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$183,300
	35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$255,263

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$780
	33% below US avg
Rent Burden	33.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$932
1 Bedroom	$981
2 Bedrooms	$1,161
3 Bedrooms	$1,499
4 Bedrooms	$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	52.4%
Owner-Occupied	52.4%
Renter-Occupied	47.6%
Housing Units	997
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,488
	0% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.90%

In Kenly, 37.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 36.0% have high blood pressure. 15.6% are current smokers. 14.6% report binge drinking. 25.9% are physically inactive. 24.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 12.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,713. The dentist ratio is 1:3,849. 96.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.2%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	12.0%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	36.0%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	6.8%
Cancer	6.3%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.6%
	11% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.6%
Physical Inactivity	25.9%
Depression	24.9%
Mental Distress	18.8%
Physical Distress	13.2%
Short Sleep	37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.4%
Uninsured	12.1%
	41% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,713
Dentists	1:3,849
Mental Health	1:880
Checkup Rate	79.3%
Dental Visits	58.4%
Premature Death	8,163/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	96.8%
Healthcare Facilities	353

Kenly has a violent crime rate of 924 per 100,000 residents, 143% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,606 per 100,000, 135% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 35 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Kenly receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	924.3/100K
	143% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	4,605.6/100K
	135% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	35
Traffic Accidents	212
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Kenly enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	61.6°F
	14% above US avg
January Average	43°F (6°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	197 ft (60 m)
Area	1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density	1,251/sq mi
Coordinates	35.6008°N, 78.1279°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Johnston County County
Nearest Airport	Rocky Mount/Wilson Regional (RWI) 22 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.4"

30% above US avg

Snowfall 0.8"

Wettest Month (Jul) 5.24"

Driest Month (Nov) 3.03"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0449 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	85.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	29.2 / 100
Community Resilience	47.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Feb 11, 2014.

Aug 6, 1994	4 km SSW of Bayboro, North Carolina	M3.6	134 km
Feb 11, 2014	7 km NW of Hobucken, North Carolina	M2.9	140 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

23 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2022	Ian	Category 1	274 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	192 km
2019	Dorian	Category 2	200 km
2018	Florence	Category 2	156 km
2016	Matthew	Category 1	201 km
2014	Arthur	Category 2	171 km
2011	Irene	Category 1	158 km
2005	Ophelia	Category 1	187 km
2004	Alex	Category 2	222 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	207 km
2003	Isabel	Category 2	104 km
1999	Irene	Category 2	238 km
1999	Floyd	Category 2	121 km
1999	Dennis	Category 2	268 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 3	122 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	68 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	82 km
1993	Emily	Category 3	278 km
1991	Bob	Category 3	280 km
1989	Hugo	Category 2	288 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

405 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 33 fatalities, 1,034 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Nov 27, 1988	EF4	64 km	4
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	62 km	3
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	44 km	16
Sep 27, 2024	EF3	51 km	0
Aug 8, 2024	EF3	16 km	1
Jul 19, 2023	EF3	50 km	0
Apr 25, 2014	EF3	92 km	0
Apr 16, 2011	EF3	37 km	0
Nov 15, 2008	EF3	25 km	1
Nov 23, 1992	EF3	52 km	0
Mar 28, 1984	EF3	49 km	0
Mar 4, 1977	EF3	54 km	0
May 15, 1972	EF3	55 km	0
Feb 22, 1971	EF3	92 km	2
Apr 18, 1969	EF3	80 km	0
Nov 8, 1957	EF3	36 km	0
Apr 8, 1957	EF3	86 km	0
Mar 15, 1953	EF3	19 km	0
Aug 7, 2024	EF2	43 km	0
May 13, 2019	EF2	38 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

14 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,642 ac, 1986).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1986	UNNAMED	2,642	95 km
2008	LYNCH ROAD	1,824	72 km
2006	OVERHILLS	1,436	89 km
1991	UNNAMED	1,399	82 km
2009	UNNAMED	1,319	83 km
2011	VALENTINE	1,083	99 km
2008	SYCAMORE SHORES	1,044	94 km
2024	HORSESHOE LAKE	990	99 km
2022	CEDAR CREEK	872	97 km
2008	HIGHWAY 1	766	67 km
2009	UNNAMED	640	93 km
1985	UNNAMED	575	88 km
1985	UNNAMED	535	89 km
1995	UNNAMED	510	78 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	43°F (6°C)	4.2 in	Coldest
February	43°F (6°C)	3.6 in
March	51°F (11°C)	4.3 in
April	60°F (15°C)	3.2 in
May	68°F (20°C)	4.0 in
June	75°F (24°C)	3.9 in
July	81°F (27°C)	5.2 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	77°F (25°C)	4.9 in
September	72°F (22°C)	4.7 in
October	61°F (16°C)	3.2 in
November	52°F (11°C)	3.0 in	Driest
December	44°F (7°C)	3.2 in

Kenly has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 43°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and November the driest (3.0").

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Kenly is located in Johnston County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 7.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.2% of the vote, a 21.5-point margin. 74.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 353 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%

D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	35
Traffic Accidents	212
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.7%
	77% below US avg
High School+	84.4%
Graduate Degree+	4.8%
School Test Score	5.77

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,251/sq mi
Total Area	1.6 sq mi
County	Johnston County County

Services

Broadband Access	74.1%
Avg Download Speed	149.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	17.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	353
Restaurants	352
Retail Stores	575

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.3 min
Drive Alone	78.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.3%

Average costs for common services in Kenly. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit	$330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit	$189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning	$123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling	$236 ($141–$377)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement	$189 ($94–$330)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install	$6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair	$943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement	$8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense	$4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation	$472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation	$2,358 ($943–$4,715)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$236)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$123)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming	$57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$189 ($94–$377)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$937
Toddler	$813
Preschool	$646
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$662
Toddler	$648
Preschool	$588

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Johnston County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	8,227	146	$89,254	1.64
Retail Trade	7,897	553	$33,715	1.30
Health Care & Social Assistance	7,320	533	$59,523	0.84
Accommodation & Food Services	6,473	368	$21,285	1.17
Construction	5,758	899	$62,837	1.80
Administrative & Waste Services	4,632	362	$46,755	1.29
Transportation & Warehousing	2,303	187	$60,189	0.89
Wholesale Trade	2,294	246	$84,743	0.95
Professional & Technical Services	1,780	594	$69,400	0.42
Other Services	1,388	341	$42,306	0.76
Finance & Insurance	927	226	$71,960	0.37
Arts & Entertainment	674	59	$19,715	0.66
Real Estate	578	191	$53,261	0.61
Educational Services	521	60	$38,248	0.41
Utilities	272	8	$71,288	1.17
Information & Technology	213	90	$72,874	0.19
Management of Companies	168	10	$128,428	0.16
Unclassified	5	18	$70,928	0.06

Schools in Kenly

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
North Johnston High	High	787	52	15.1:1
Glendale-Kenly Elementary	Elementary	472	32	14.8:1

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Radio Stations near Kenly

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Psychedelic Jukebox	—	MP3 128 kbps
WCPE The Classical Station	classical	OGG
Radio 252	classic, oldies	MP3 192 kbps
100.7 WRDU	—	UNKNOWN

National Parks Near Kenly

16 national parks and monuments found near Kenly.

Park	Type	Fee
Bay Tree Lake State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Bushy Lake State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Carver's Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park	State Park	Free
Dutchmans Creek Mitigation Site	State Park	Free
Eno River State Park	State Park	Free
Hammocks Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Hemlock Bluffs State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Medoc Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Mitchell Mill State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Os-058	State Park	Free
Raven Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Sandy Run Savannas State Natural Area	State Park	Free
White Lake State Lake	State Park	Free
William B. Umstead State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Kenly

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
BARTON ART GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM		2523996477	$32,164,589
SCIENCE MUSEUMS OF WILSON	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	224 NASH STREET E	2522915113	$450,878
TOBACCO FARM LIFE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	709 N CHURCH ST	9192843431	$148,409
AVA GARDNER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9199345830	$139,888
OLD WAYNESBOROUGH COMMISSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	U S 117 ALT	9197311653	$101,597
HISTORICAL PRESERVATION FUND OF WILSON COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2522347694	$86,754
WAYNE COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	116 N WILLIAM STREET	9197345023	$73,299
NORTH CAROLINA BASEBALL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2522963048	$14,574
AMERICAN MUSEUM AND LIBRARY OF MUSIC	GENERAL MUSEUM
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF SLAVERY	GENERAL MUSEUM
COUNTRY DOCTOR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	6642 PEELE RD	2522354165
FRANK CREECH ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
FREMONT HISTORICAL MUSEUM & PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GOV CB AYCOCK BIRTHPLACE SHS	GENERAL MUSEUM		9192425581
HIST PRESERVATION WILSON & DR BOBS TR	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	113 NASH STREET EAST	2522347694
IMAGINATION STATION SCIENCE AND HISTORY MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	224 EAST NASH STREET
KENLY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	105 W SECOND ST	9192843591
LITTLE RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NORTHERN WAYNE HERITAGE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9192422166
OLIVER NESTUS FREEMAN ROUNDHOUSE	GENERAL MUSEUM
PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	224 E NASH STREET
STATE RAILROAD MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM
VOLLIS SIMPSON WHIRLIGIG PARK AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
WAKELON	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WILSON BOTANICAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
WILSON COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Kenly

Name	Address	Annual Visits
PUBLIC LIBRARY OF JOHNSTON COUNTY & SMITHFIELD	305 MARKET ST	330,387
WAYNE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	1001 E ASH ST	290,049
WILSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	249 NASH ST W	231,840

Farmers Markets in Kenly

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Deans Farm Market	4231 NC Hwy 42 West				Visit
Johnston County Produce Market	1410 S. Brightleaf Blvd., (Hwy 301)
Smithfield Farmers Market	350 E. Market Street	April to August	Fri:9:00 AM - 1:00 PM;Sat:9:00 AM - 1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Wayne County Mini Mobile Farmer's Market	Intersection of Herman and Pou	June to October	Wed:9:30 am - 2:30 pm;
Wendell Farmers Market		May to October	Sat:9:00 am - 1:00 pm;		Visit
Wilson Farmers Market	2331 US Hwy 301 S	04/26/2014 to 09/20/2014	Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes
Wilson Farmers Market	207 W Green St	04/30/2014 to 09/17/2014	Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes
Zebulon Farm Fresh Market	103 N Arendell Ave	05/02/2020 to 08/29/2020	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit

Hotels in Kenly

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Quality Inn Kenly I-95

Red Roof Inn Kenly - I-95

Restaurants in Kenly

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Iron Skillet

Nik's Pizza & Restaurant

Stormin Norman's Barbeque

Waffle House

Cafes in Kenly

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carbon Coffee

Second Street Coffee & Cafe

Monuments in Kenly

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Old gas pump

Clinics in Kenly

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DaVita Dialysis

UNC Primary Care - Kenly

Gas Stations in Kenly

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citgo

Flying J

Papa Jack's

Petro Stopping Center

Pilot

Banks in Kenly

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KS Bank

Southern Bank

Gyms in Kenly

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Iron Works Gym

Breweries in Kenly

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Brewmasters	Gastropub and Brewery	2115 Forest Hills Rd W	2529916035

Pharmacies in Kenly

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
DAVIS DRUG COMPANY	110 WEST SECOND STREET	919-284-2010

Cell Towers in Kenly

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
(Kenly) 9315-A SAINT MARYS CHURCH	GTOWER	96

Fire Stations in Kenly

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Bethany Rural Volunteer Fire Department of Johnston County	8525 Old Beulah RD	Volunteer			919-284-4176
Kenly Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.	101 W 1ST ST	Mostly volunteer			919-284-4441

Bridges in Kenly

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	210	19,250	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	210	19,250	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	233	19,250	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2020	236	5,800	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1955	21	5,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1959	53	5,100	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1926	168	4,100	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1931	21	4,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	387	3,400	F
Culvert	Steel	1996	40	3,400	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	307	2,000	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1998	90	600	G
Culvert	Steel	1976	24	580	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1980	60	580	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1980	120	580	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2018	77	580	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1962	22	520	G
Culvert	Steel	1979	24	470	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	490	450	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2019	57	400	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2018	102	390	G
Culvert	Steel	1991	23	310	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2019	92	160	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2020	128	100	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2020	108	100	G
Culvert	Steel	1962	21	50	F

Amtrak Stations in Kenly

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Goldsboro, NC	103 North Carolina Street	BUS
Selma-Smithfield, NC	500 East Railroad Street	TRAIN
Wilson, NC	401 East Nash Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Kenly

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
DUKE ENERGY H.F LEE PLANT/WAYNE CTY PLANT	1199 BLACK JACK CHURCH ROAD	WAYNE
NOMACO ZEBULON	501 INNOVATIVE WAY	WAKE

Airports Near Kenly

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Raleigh-Durham International Airport	RDU	Large Airport
Johnston Regional Airport	—	Medium Airport
Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field	ISO	Medium Airport
Pitt-Greenville Airport	PGV	Medium Airport
Rocky Mount Wilson Regional Airport	RWI	Medium Airport
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base	GSB	Medium Airport
Aerial Spraying Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Als Airport	—	Small Airport
Bagwell Airport	—	Small Airport
Ball Airport	—	Small Airport
Barclaysville Field	—	Small Airport
Barker Field	—	Small Airport
Boyd Field	—	Small Airport
Brocks Airport	—	Small Airport
C A G Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Charles Field	—	Small Airport
Chase Field	—	Small Airport
Cox Airport	—	Small Airport
Cox-Grantham Airfield	—	Small Airport
Crooked Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Deer Run Airport	—	Small Airport
Double S Airport	—	Small Airport
Dunroamin Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Duplin County Airport	—	Small Airport
Easley Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Eastover Air Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Enfield-Shearin Airport	—	Small Airport
Fiddleair Airport	—	Small Airport
Flanagan Field	—	Small Airport
Flyers Airpark	—	Small Airport
Fuquay Airport / Angier Field	—	Small Airport
Grays Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Harnett Regional Jetport Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawks Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Hinton Field	—	Small Airport
Hood Field	—	Small Airport
Johnston Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Kenly Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Ridge Aero Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Moss Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Mount Olive Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Noles Field	—	Small Airport
North Raleigh Airport	—	Small Airport
Peacock STOLport	—	Small Airport
Phillip R Bunn Airport	—	Small Airport
Pink Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Pleasant Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Raleigh East Airport	—	Small Airport
Riley Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Kenly

23 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Bailey Police Department	6260 Main Street
Black Creek Police Department
Fremont Police Department
Goldsboro Police Department
Johnston County Sheriff's Department
Kenly Police Department	207 West 2nd Street
Micro Police Department
North Carolina State Highway Patrol
North Carolina State Highway Patrol
Pikeville Police Department
Pine Level Police Department	306 East Brown Street
Princeton Police Department	503 Doctor Donnie H Jones Jr Boulevard West
Security Forces	Blakeslee Avenue
Selma Police Department	1200 South Pollock Street
Smithfield Police Department
Wendell Police Department	9 South Pine Street
Wilson County Law Enforcement Center	100 Green Street East
Wilson County Sheriff's Office
Wilson Police Chief
Wilson Police Department	120 Goldsboro Street East
Wilson Police Station
Wilson's Mills Police Department	100 Railroad Street
Zeublon Police Department

Grocery Stores in Kenly

11 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-Eleven Inc. 42333H	Convenience Store	1857 Princeton Kenly Rd
Circle K 2720931	Convenience Store	402 S Church St
Dollar General 25649	Other	1761 Princeton Kenly Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 7270	Other	201 S Church St
Dollar Tree 6784	Other	100 W Jones St
Eastern Nc Crawfish	Specialty Store	100 W 2nd St
FOOD LION 587	Supermarket	406 S Church St
Kenly Food Mart	Convenience Store	214 W 2nd St
Kenly Foods IGA 59	Grocery Store	607 W 2nd St
Pilot Travel Center 683	Convenience Store	1800 Princeton Kenly Rd
Pilot Travel Center 6990	Convenience Store	1000 Truckstop Rd

Post Offices in Kenly

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Kenly Post Office	102 North Gardner Avenue

Treatment Centers in Kenly

14 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
BHG Wilson Professional Services	Substance Abuse	252-206-5799
Carolina Outreach LLC - Smithfield	Both	919-300-4315
Carter Clinic	Substance Abuse	919-848-0132
Dixon Social Interactive Services	Both	252-564-8145
Dixon Social Interactive Services	Both	252-296-8661
Journeys in Mental Health and Wellness	Substance Abuse	919-374-7283
Life Touch LLC	Substance Abuse	919-330-4090
Medical Care Inc - Wilson E Tabe MD	Substance Abuse	919-735-3311 x0
Monarch - BH Wake 5	Both	866-272-7826
Monarch - BH Wilson	Both	866-272-7826
One to One With Youth Inc	Substance Abuse	919-731-2119
Pathways to Life Inc	Both	252-695-0269
UNC Johnston Health	Both	919-938-7540
Waynesboro Family Clinic	Both	919-734-6676

DOL Wage Violations in Kenly

10 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $124,049 in back wages owed to 225 employees.

Violations

$124,049

Back Wages Owed

225

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Hawley Construction	—	—	27542	—	1	$78,705	$645	122
Dennys	—	Dennys Corporation	27542	—	1	$19,847	$567	35
R.J. Hinnant & Sons Farm	—	—	27542	—	1	$9,927	$3,309	3
Paradise Homes of Johnston Co. of NC, Inc.	—	—	27542	—	1	$5,892	$1,473	4
Federal Covers , Inc.	—	—	27542	—	1	$4,607	$110	42
Jason's Truck Wash Company	—	—	27542	—	1	$1,949	$487	4
WAFFLE HOUSE INC. [OSHA]	—	—	27542	—	1	$1,435	$144	10
Ronald K. Pate	—	—	27542	—	1	$1,065	$1,065	1
Amezquita Harvesting, Inc.	—	—	27542	—	1	$450	$150	3
Kenly Ford	—	—	27542	—	1	$170	$170	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kenly

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
A PLACE OF REFUGE MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 96
EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA CHURCH OF GOD	PO BOX 100
FELLOWSHIP BAPIST CHURCH	704 N ENGLEWOOD DR
GLENDALE-CHAPEL COMMUNITY CENTER INC	PO BOX 353
KENLY BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 237
KENLY PH CHURCH	300 S COLLEGE AVE
KINGS REVIVAL CENTER INTERNATIONAL	PO BOX 341
MOORES CHAPEL CHURCH	12386 NC HIGHWAY 42 E
MOVEMENT CHURCH NC	13121 NC HIGHWAY 42 E
NIAGARA PH CHURCH	1820 BAGLEY RD
THE REDEEMED HOUSE BIKER CHURCH INC	500 W GOLDSBORO ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kenly

What is the population of Kenly?

Kenly has a population of 2,351 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,251 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Kenly expensive to live in?

Kenly is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $46,229, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $183,300 (35% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Kenly safe?

Public safety is a concern in Kenly, with a violent crime rate of 924 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,606 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Kenly receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Kenly?

Kenly enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Kenly?

Kenly has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,064. There are 5,104 business establishments in the area, including 352 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 2.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kenly?

The median home value in Kenly is $183,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,263. For renters, the median monthly rent is $780. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 52.4%. The average annual property tax is $3,488.

How are the schools in Kenly?

Schools in Kenly score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 7.7% of adults in Kenly hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Kenly?

The obesity rate in Kenly is 37.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.6% of adults are smokers. 25.9% are physically inactive. 24.9% of residents report depression. 12.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 96.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,713.

What is transportation like in Kenly?

The average commute in Kenly is 27 minutes. 78.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kenly?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kenly is 63% White, 27.6% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 88.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 11.4% speak Spanish. 4.7% of the population are military veterans. 16.9% of residents have a disability. 89.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Lucama, NC 1,108 pop · 7.4 mi Princeton, NC 1,543 pop · 9.5 mi Pine Level, NC 2,072 pop · 9.6 mi Selma, NC 6,611 pop · 10.1 mi Wilson's Mills, NC 2,652 pop · 13.2 mi Smithfield, NC 11,798 pop · 13.7 mi Middlesex, NC 1,005 pop · 13.7 mi Wilson, NC 47,740 pop · 14.3 mi Archer Lodge, NC 5,036 pop · 14.7 mi Wendell, NC 11,585 pop · 17.6 mi Goldsboro, NC 33,448 pop · 17.7 mi Clayton, NC 28,043 pop · 18.3 mi Zebulon, NC 7,961 pop · 18.9 mi Mar-Mac, NC 2,802 pop · 19.1 mi

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