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
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
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% |
| 59% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 893 |
| County GDP | $2,018M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 80 |
| Healthcare | 95 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 51 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,909 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.77% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |
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 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,909 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.77% |
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
| Obesity | 42.3% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.6% |
| Depression | 28.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,369/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 95 |
Crime Rates: Kennard vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.8 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 20.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,038 ft (316 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,236/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9063°N, 85.5221°W |
| County FIPS | 18065 |