Kenton, DE

Delaware · Metropolitan Area

Kenton is a small town in Delaware with a population of 362. Residents earn $52,589 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
362 Population 2,011/sq mi density
$52,589 Median Income $13,706 per capita
$219,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$52,589 median income, 25.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$219,500 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,589
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $219,500
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 25.9%
619% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population362
Median Age14.1 yrs
Density2,011/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,589
Per Capita$13,706
Unemployment25.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,652M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$219,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation62 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.4%
High School+86.2%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute27 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries5

Is Kenton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kenton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kenton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kenton is $52,589, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 25.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kenton is $219,500, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Kenton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kenton has a population of 362 with a density of 2,011 people per square mile. The median age is 14.1 years, 64% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

362
Total Population
2,011
People / sq mi
14.1yrs
Median Age
64% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%
Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kenton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.1%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.9%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kenton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kenton is $52,589, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 25.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Kenton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,589
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,706
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$65,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment25.9%
619% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,852
County GDP$11,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare567
Retail651
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kenton is $219,500, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,500
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,205
1 Bedroom$1,250
2 Bedrooms$1,560
3 Bedrooms$1,990
4 Bedrooms$2,293

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Kenton, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma13.2%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death10,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities567

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Kenton has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density2,011/sq mi
Coordinates39.2274°N, 75.6647°W
County FIPS10001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 35.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.4%
5% above US avg
High School+86.2%
School Test Score5.64
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,011/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities567
Restaurants369
Retail Stores651

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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