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
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
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 173 |
| County GDP | $309M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.5 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Kensal is $90,000, 68% below the national average.
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
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
| Obesity | 36.5% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.6% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 25.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.9% |
| Depression | 19.9% |
| Mental Distress | 13.7% |
| Physical Distress | 9.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,030/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
Crime Rates: Kensal vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below US avg |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,539 ft (469 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 382/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3000°N, 98.7321°W |
| County FIPS | 38031 |