Median Income
$56,442
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$103,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$832
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment
13.9%
286% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.7%
10% higher than US avg
How Kentland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,759
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density1,303/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
C+
Median Income$56,442
Per Capita$26,544
Unemployment13.9%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$504M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$103,200
Rent$832
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$167,213
Health
Obesity45.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation676 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+76.0%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6
Is Kentland a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kentland receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kentland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kentland is $56,442, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.9%, unemployment is notably high. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kentland is $103,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $832 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Kentland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Kentland has a population of 1,759 with a density of 1,303 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.1%), with 8% Black.
Population
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.6% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.4% |
| 52% below US avg |
The median household income in Kentland is $56,442, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,442 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,544 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $936 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,377 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.9% |
| 286% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 291 |
| County GDP | $504M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,950 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.86% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |
The median home value in Kentland is $103,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $832 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,213.
Home Values
| Census Median | $103,200 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $167,213 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $832 |
| 28% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,950 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.86% |
In Kentland, 45.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kentland vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.1% |
| 40% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.1% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.5% |
| Depression | 27.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,914/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 19.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
Crime Rates: Kentland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Kentland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 676 ft (206 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,303/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7740°N, 87.4465°W |
| County FIPS | 18111 |