Kennard, IN

Indiana

Kennard is a small town in Indiana with a population of 519. Residents earn $61,750 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
519 Population 1,236/sq mi density
$61,750 Median Income $22,851 per capita
$105,100 Home Value $146,538 Zillow
$1,052 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$61,750 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,100 home value, $1,052/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,750
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,052
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population519
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density1,236/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,750
Per Capita$22,851
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$2,018M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,100
Rent$1,052
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$146,538

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation1,038 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+85.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute35 min
Libraries5

Is Kennard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kennard receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kennard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kennard is $61,750, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kennard is $105,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,052 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Kennard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kennard has a population of 519 with a density of 1,236 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

519
Total Population
1,236
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kennard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kennard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kennard is $61,750, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Kennard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,750
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,851
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$58,262

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)893
County GDP$2,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare95
Retail138
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Kennard is $105,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,052 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,538.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,100
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$146,538

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,052
10% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Rate2.77%
In Kennard, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death10,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities95

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Kennard has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,038 ft (316 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,236/sq mi
Coordinates39.9063°N, 85.5221°W
County FIPS18065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+85.4%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,236/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants80
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Work from Home3.3%

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