Kennett Square, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Chester County County
Kennett Square, PA
At a Glance
How Kennett Square Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kennett Square's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kennett Square a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kennett Square residents earn a median household income of $74,259 , which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,227. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 16,598 business establishments, including 1,045 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kennett Square is $347,700 , 23% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $629,223. Median rent is $1,243/month, with 31.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1955.
Safety & Crime
Kennett Square reports 193 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 461/100K.
Education
36.3% of adults in Kennett Square hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above the national average). 82.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kennett Square has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.