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Kennard, TX

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Kennard is a small town in Texas with a population of 411. Residents earn $83,333 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
411 Population 316/sq mi density
$83,333 Median Income $23,434 per capita
$104,700 Home Value $223,210 Zillow
$1,000 Median Rent 11.0% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,700 home value, $1,000/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,333
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $104,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population411
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density316/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,333
Per Capita$23,434
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$1,325M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,700
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,210
Housing Units194
Rent Burden11.0%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured12.9%
Smoking16.3%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation349 ft (106 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries3

Is Kennard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kennard receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. 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 $83,333, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kennard is $104,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Kennard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Kennard has a population of 411 with a density of 316 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.3%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 14.6% Black.

Population

411
Total Population
316
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kennard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kennard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kennard is $83,333, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Kennard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,333
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$23,434
Avg Weekly Wage$1,245
IRS Avg AGI$54,593

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,325M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare35
Retail64
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,660
62% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kennard is $104,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,210.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,700
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,210

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden11.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.8%
Housing Units194
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,660
62% above US avg
Effective Rate5.41%
In Kennard, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.1%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.2%
Uninsured12.9%
50% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits50.8%
Premature Death12,868/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access51.3%
Healthcare Facilities35
Kennard has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.2°F
26% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation349 ft (106 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density316/sq mi
Coordinates31.3575°N, 95.1854°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48225
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.4-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density316/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants38
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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