Kennard, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Kennard is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 392. Residents earn $97,604 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
392 Population 1,400/sq mi density
$97,604 Median Income $42,726 per capita
$156,700 Home Value $414,680 Zillow
$1,141 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$97,604 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,700 home value, $1,141/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,604
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $156,700
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,141
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population392
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density1,400/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,604
Per Capita$42,726
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$1,898M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,700
Rent$1,141
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$414,680

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Elevation1,198 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Libraries2

Is Kennard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kennard receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kennard stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kennard is $97,604, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kennard is $156,700, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,141 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kennard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Kennard has a population of 392 with a density of 1,400 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

392
Total Population
1,400
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kennard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kennard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kennard is $97,604, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Kennard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,604
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,726
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$103,197

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)685
County GDP$1,898M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare37
Retail65
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,947
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Kennard is $156,700, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,141 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $414,680.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,700
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$414,680

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,141
2% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,947
98% above US avg
Effective Rate4.43%
In Kennard, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma8.8%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.9%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress13.6%
Physical Distress9.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death4,802/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access45.4%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Kennard has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,198 ft (365 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,400/sq mi
Coordinates41.4751°N, 96.2036°W
County FIPS31177
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,400/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants48
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Work from Home13.2%

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