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Kennedy, MN

Minnesota

Kennedy is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 185. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
185 Population 411/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $37,781 per capita
$67,700 Home Value
$688 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 12.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,700 home value, $688/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,700
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.0%
233% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population185
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density411/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$37,781
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$223M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,700
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units84
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity34.1%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking13.6%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation828 ft (252 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+8.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute15 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries1

Is Kennedy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kennedy receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Kennedy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kennedy is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kennedy is $67,700, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Kennedy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Kennedy has a population of 185 with a density of 411 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.1%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 3.2% Black.

Population

185
Total Population
411
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kennedy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kennedy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kennedy is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Kennedy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,875
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,781
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$75,818

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)198
County GDP$223M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare9
Retail25
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,940
16% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.8 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Kennedy is $67,700, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,700
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.3%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,940
16% below US avg
Effective Rate4.34%
In Kennedy, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits69.3%
Premature Death8,582/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities9
Kennedy has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.3 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.3 inches
41% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation828 ft (252 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density411/sq mi
Coordinates48.6437°N, 96.9105°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 36.5%

Winner: Republican by 25 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+8.6%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density411/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants9
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.8 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

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