Kenton, TN
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Kenton, TN
At a Glance
How Kenton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kenton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kenton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kenton residents earn a median household income of $40,993 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,991. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 751 business establishments, including 59 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kenton is $96,400 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $155,450. Median rent is $676/month, with 27.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1968.
Safety & Crime
Kenton reports 87 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 873/100K.
Education
5.7% of adults in Kenton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below the national average). 86.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kenton has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches.