Kenmar, PA

Pennsylvania

Kenmar is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,937. Residents earn $57,111 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
4,937 Population 2,408/sq mi density
$57,111 Median Income $35,454 per capita
$228,500 Home Value
$850 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$57,111 median income, 10.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$228,500 home value, $850/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,111
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $228,500
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.6%
194% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,937
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density2,408/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

C+
Median Income$57,111
Per Capita$35,454
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute16 min

Housing

A
Home Value$228,500
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.7 in/yr
Elevation530 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.2%
High School+97.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute16 min
Libraries1

Is Kenmar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kenmar receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Kenmar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kenmar is $57,111, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.6%, unemployment is notably high. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kenmar is $228,500, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kenmar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches, including 32.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Kenmar has a population of 4,937 with a density of 2,408 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%), with 8.4% Black.

Population

4,937
Total Population
2,408
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kenmar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kenmar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kenmar is $57,111, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Kenmar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,111
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,454
Avg Weekly Wage$1,616
IRS Avg AGI$85,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.6%
194% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)490
County GDP$2,785M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare111
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Kenmar is $228,500, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$228,500
19% below US avg
Median List Price$196,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$196,000
$/Sq Ft$152
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below 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-Occupied67.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.24%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Premature Death7,811/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities111

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Kenmar has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.7 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall32.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation530 ft (162 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density2,408/sq mi
Coordinates41.2545°N, 76.9550°W
County FIPS42093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+97.5%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,408/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants38
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Work from Home6.6%

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