Home Value $104,200

63% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.6%

83% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.7%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.7%

25% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.5%

47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population92

Median Age54.6 yrs

Density657/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans74.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$34,993

Unemployment2.7%

Poverty6.5%

County GDP$1,243M

Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$104,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$387,171

Housing Units50

Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity34.7%

Uninsured7.2%

Smoking14.7%

Depression24.7%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain37.9 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation1,057 ft (322 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.6%

High School+93.1%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%

Commute30 min

Broadband45.0%

Libraries6

Is Kilkenny a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kilkenny receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Kilkenny faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kilkenny is $104,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Kilkenny has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 52.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Kilkenny has a population of 92 with a density of 657 people per square mile. The median age is 54.6 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

657

People / sq mi

54.6yrs

Median Age

40% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%

Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kilkenny vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kilkenny vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kilkenny is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Kilkenny vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$34,993
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,053
IRS Avg AGI	$81,276

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.7%
	25% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.5%
	47% below US avg
Establishments (County)	790
County GDP	$1,243M

Business (County)

Restaurants	44
Healthcare	67
Retail	78
Manufacturing	47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,786
	37% above US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.3 min
Drive Alone	92.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kilkenny is $104,200, 63% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $387,171.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$104,200
	63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$387,171

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$183
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	88.0%
Price Drops	0.0%

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$809
1 Bedroom	$899
2 Bedrooms	$1,125
3 Bedrooms	$1,483
4 Bedrooms	$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	50
Median Year Built	1942

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,786
	37% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.59%

In Kilkenny, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.7%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	8.5%
Heart Disease	5.2%
High Blood Pressure	27.8%
Asthma	9.7%
COPD	4.7%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.7%
	5% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.6%
Physical Inactivity	20.3%
Depression	24.7%
Mental Distress	16.2%
Physical Distress	10.7%
Short Sleep	34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.7%
Uninsured	7.2%
	16% below US avg
Primary Care	1:7,210
Dentists	1:3,239
Mental Health	1:1,721
Checkup Rate	71.6%
Dental Visits	62.5%
Premature Death	6,478/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.4/10
Exercise Access	73.3%
Healthcare Facilities	67

Kilkenny has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	44.6°F
	17% below US avg
January Average	13°F (-10°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.9 inches
	0% below US avg
Snowfall	52.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,057 ft (322 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	657/sq mi
Coordinates	44.3152°N, 93.5740°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	27079

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.7-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%

D 32.4%

Winner: Republican by 33.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.6%
	83% below US avg
High School+	93.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	6.08

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	657/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	45.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	67
Restaurants	44
Retail Stores	78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.3 min
Drive Alone	92.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Kilkenny, MN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Kilkenny a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Kilkenny vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Kilkenny vs U.S. Average

Income: Kilkenny vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities