Kensal, ND

North Dakota

Kensal is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 229. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
229 Population 382/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $48,909 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population229
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density382/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$48,909
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$309M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,539 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+98.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute25 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries1

Is Kensal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kensal receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Kensal stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kensal is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kensal is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kensal has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kensal has a population of 229 with a density of 382 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 11.4% Hispanic.

Population

229
Total Population
382
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kensal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kensal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kensal is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Kensal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,909
Avg Weekly Wage$1,103
IRS Avg AGI$85,053

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)173
County GDP$309M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare15
Retail23
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kensal is $90,000, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.7%

Property Tax

In Kensal, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.8%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress13.7%
Physical Distress9.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death9,030/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access69.4%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Kensal has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,539 ft (469 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density382/sq mi
Coordinates47.3000°N, 98.7321°W
County FIPS38031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.6-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 58.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score5.74
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density382/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants11
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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