Kennebec, SD

South Dakota

Kennebec is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 367. Residents earn $71,667 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
367 Population 432/sq mi density
$71,667 Median Income $37,292 per capita
$145,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$71,667 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,100 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

367
Total Population
432
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kennebec vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kennebec vs U.S. Average

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: Kennebec vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)143
County GDP$194M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare3
Retail15

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.4 min
Work from Home17.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Kennebec is $145,100, 49% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied85.1%

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

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death20,854/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access25.4%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

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 Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.8 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall39.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,690 ft (515 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density432/sq mi
Coordinates43.9035°N, 99.8620°W
County FIPS46085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.6%
D 29.2%

Winner: Republican by 39.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density432/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants17
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.4 min
Work from Home17.2%

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