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Kenneth, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Kenneth is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 48. Residents earn $31,563 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
48 Population 45/sq mi density
$31,563 Median Income $36,404 per capita
$43,000 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$31,563 median income, 7.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$43,000 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,563
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $43,000
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.4%
258% higher than US avg

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

People

Population48
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 44%
Veterans28.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$31,563
Per Capita$36,404
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty44.4%
County GDP$992M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$43,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units27
Rent Burden30.3%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,575 ft (480 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+75.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute14 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries1

Is Kenneth a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kenneth is $31,563, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 44.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kenneth is $43,000, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Kenneth has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Kenneth has a population of 48 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (56.3%), with 43.8% White.

Population

48
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.6%
Female 35.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kenneth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kenneth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kenneth is $31,563, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 44.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Kenneth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,563
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,404
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$78,379

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate44.4%
258% above US avg
Establishments (County)328
County GDP$992M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare29
Retail29
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,047
13% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.5 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kenneth is $43,000, 85% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$43,000
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units27
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,047
13% below US avg
Effective Rate7.09%
Kenneth has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.1 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,575 ft (480 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates43.7543°N, 96.0725°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.3-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+75.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density45/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants18
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.5 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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