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Kenney, IL

Illinois

Kenney is a small town in Illinois with a population of 349. Residents earn $75,313 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
349 Population 1,246/sq mi density
$75,313 Median Income $44,139 per capita
$76,700 Home Value $137,655 Zillow
$817 Median Rent 46.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$75,313 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,700 home value, $817/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,313
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,700
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population349
Median Age59.5 yrs
Density1,246/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,313
Per Capita$44,139
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$1,344M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,700
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,655
Housing Units237
Rent Burden46.7%

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking12.8%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation652 ft (199 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+0.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband63.4%
Libraries5

Is Kenney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kenney receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Kenney offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kenney is $75,313, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kenney is $76,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Kenney experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kenney has a population of 349 with a density of 1,246 people per square mile. The median age is 59.5 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%), with 2% Black.

Population

349
Total Population
1,246
People / sq mi
59.5yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kenney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kenney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kenney is $75,313, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Kenney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,313
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,139
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$67,999

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)558
County GDP$1,344M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare57
Retail71
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,356
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Kenney is $76,700, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,655.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,700
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$137,655

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below US avg
Rent Burden46.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.0%
Housing Units237
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,356
24% above US avg
Effective Rate5.68%
In Kenney, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits65.9%
Premature Death7,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities57
Kenney has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall19.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation652 ft (199 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,246/sq mi
Coordinates40.0979°N, 89.0861°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.5-point margin. 63.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 41.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+0.3%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,246/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants65
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

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