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Kerns, ON

Ontario

Kerns is a small town in Ontario with a population of 330. Residents earn $77,000 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
330 Population 9/sq mi density
$77,000 Median Income $41,200 per capita
$324,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 278 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$77,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$324,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,000
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $324,000
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population330
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female48% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,000
Per Capita$41,200
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty18.5%
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$324,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units130
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation794 ft (242 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+24.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Kerns a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kerns receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Kerns offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kerns is $77,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kerns is $324,000, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kerns has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Kerns has a population of 330 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

330
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
35.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Kerns vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.3%
6% above US avg
Spanish10.6%
21% below US avg
Other Languages6.1%

Social Characteristics

Kerns vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kerns is $77,000, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Kerns vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,000
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone96.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kerns is $324,000, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$324,000
15% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.8%
Renter-Occupied11.5%
Housing Units130

Property Tax

In Kerns, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Kerns has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. The area enjoys 278 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.6°F
32% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Area35.0 sq mi (90.7 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates47.6241°N, 79.8241°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+24.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area35.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone96.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.0%

Nearby Cities

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