Kenneth City, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Kenneth City is a small city in Florida with a population of 5,025. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,025 Population 7,077/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $26,449 per capita
$224,100 Home Value $295,597 Zillow
$1,567 Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
258 Violent Crime/100K 2,922 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$224,100 home value, $1,567/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
258 violent crimes/100K (32% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $224,100
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 258/100K
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,567
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,025
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density7,077/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$26,449
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$78,131M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$224,100
Rent$1,567
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$295,597

Crime

F
Violent258/100K
Property2,922/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault219/100K
Burglary338/100K

Health

Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation19 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+87.0%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute27 min
Libraries27

Is Kenneth City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kenneth City receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Kenneth City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kenneth City is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 6.7% 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 Kenneth City is $224,100, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,567 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Kenneth City is below the national average at 258 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,922 per 100,000, 49% above the national average.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Kenneth City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kenneth City has a population of 5,025 with a density of 7,077 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 7.5% Black.

Population

5,025
Total Population
7,077
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kenneth City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.1%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.9%
56% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kenneth City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kenneth City is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Kenneth City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,449
Avg Weekly Wage$1,298
IRS Avg AGI$101,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)41,518
County GDP$78,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,553
Healthcare3,955
Retail3,778
Manufacturing1,058

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,984
157% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Kenneth City is $224,100, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,567 (35% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,597.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,100
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$295,597
Median List Price$382,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$382,400
$/Sq Ft$148
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops44.8%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,567
35% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,984
157% above US avg
Effective Rate4.01%
In Kenneth City, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kenneth City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death9,370/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access98.3%
Healthcare Facilities3,955
Kenneth City has a violent crime rate of 258 per 100,000 residents, 32% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,922 per 100,000 (49% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent258.4/100K
32% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery39.8/100K
Assault218.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,921.9/100K
49% above US avg
Burglary337.9/100K
Theft2,444.8/100K
Vehicle Theft139.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Kenneth City has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.5°F
38% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation19 ft (6 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density7,077/sq mi
Coordinates27.8161°N, 82.7146°W
County FIPS12103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 5.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+87.0%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,077/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities3,955
Restaurants2,553
Retail Stores3,778

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home9.2%

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