Median Income
$71,667
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$145,100
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.7%
22% lower than US avg
How Kennebec Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population367
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density432/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,667
Per Capita$37,292
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$194M
Commute7 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$145,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain20.8 in/yr
Elevation1,690 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute7 min
Libraries3
Is Kennebec a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kennebec receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Kennebec stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kennebec is $71,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kennebec is $145,100, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Kennebec experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.8 inches, including 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Kennebec has a population of 367 with a density of 432 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 4.6% Hispanic.
Population
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.7% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.3% |
| 53% below US avg |
The median household income in Kennebec is $71,667, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,667 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,292 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $725 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,279 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 143 |
| County GDP | $194M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 15 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 7.4 min |
| Work from Home | 17.2% |
The median home value in Kennebec is $145,100, 49% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $145,100 |
| 49% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Kennebec, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kennebec vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.4% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.2% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 15.3% |
| Physical Distress | 10.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 20,854/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 25.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
Crime Rates: Kennebec vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Kennebec has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-6°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.8 inches |
| 45% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 39.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,690 ft (515 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 432/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.9035°N, 99.8620°W |
| County FIPS | 46085 |