Kensett, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · White County County
Kensett, AR
At a Glance
How Kensett Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kensett's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kensett a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kensett residents earn a median household income of $27,839 , which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,965. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 37.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,804 business establishments, including 158 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kensett is $92,200 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $182,187. Median rent is $683/month, with 37.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Kensett reports 427 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 854/100K.
Education
4.3% of adults in Kensett hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below the national average). 75.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kensett has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches.