Kenton Vale, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Kenton Vale is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 144. Residents earn $62,083 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
144 Population 2,880/sq mi density
$62,083 Median Income $26,495 per capita
$164,800 Home Value
$1,089 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$62,083 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,800 home value, $1,089/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,083
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,800
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,089
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population144
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density2,880/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,083
Per Capita$26,495
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$107,275M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,800
Rent$1,089
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation534 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute24 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries41

Is Kenton Vale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kenton Vale receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Kenton Vale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kenton Vale is $62,083, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kenton Vale is $164,800, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,089 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Kenton Vale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kenton Vale has a population of 144 with a density of 2,880 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 5.6% Hispanic.

Population

144
Total Population
2,880
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kenton Vale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kenton Vale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kenton Vale is $62,083, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Kenton Vale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,083
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,495
Avg Weekly Wage$1,479
IRS Avg AGI$97,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,215
County GDP$107,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,075
Healthcare2,590
Retail2,526
Manufacturing920

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Kenton Vale is $164,800, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,089 (6% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,800
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,089
6% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Rate5.51%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Premature Death9,669/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,590

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Safety Score

Kenton Vale has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation534 ft (163 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density2,880/sq mi
Coordinates39.0514°N, 84.5199°W
County FIPS39061
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.9-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.1%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.50
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,880/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,590
Restaurants2,075
Retail Stores2,526

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Work from Home10.9%

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