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Kennan, WI

Wisconsin

Kennan is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 134. Residents earn $58,438 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
134 Population 68/sq mi density
$58,438 Median Income $26,116 per capita
$57,500 Home Value
$675 Median Rent 11.3% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$58,438 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value, $675/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,438
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.1%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population134
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,438
Per Capita$26,116
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$743M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,500
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units78
Rent Burden11.3%

Health

Obesity42.7%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking18.7%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,514 ft (461 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.1%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries3

Is Kennan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kennan receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kennan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kennan is $58,438, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kennan is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kennan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kennan has a population of 134 with a density of 68 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

134
Total Population
68
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kennan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.7%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.3%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kennan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kennan is $58,438, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Kennan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,438
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,116
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$57,829

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)434
County GDP$743M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare36
Retail52
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,067
16% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone68.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kennan is $57,500, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,500
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden11.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.9%
Housing Units78
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,067
16% above US avg
Effective Rate7.07%
In Kennan, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.1%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits57.8%
Premature Death6,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities36
Kennan has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.7 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,514 ft (461 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates45.5301°N, 90.5868°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.1%
97% below US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density68/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants41
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone68.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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