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Kinderhook, IL

Illinois

Kinderhook is a small town in Illinois with a population of 245. Residents earn $59,500 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
245 Population 302/sq mi density
$59,500 Median Income $26,173 per capita
$76,700 Home Value
$663 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$59,500 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,700 home value, $663/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,500
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,700
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population245
Median Age27.9 yrs
Density302/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$59,500
Per Capita$26,173
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$4,661M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,700
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units119
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking17.7%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation519 ft (158 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+95.4%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute22 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries5

Is Kinderhook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kinderhook receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kinderhook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kinderhook is $59,500, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.7% 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 Kinderhook is $76,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Kinderhook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kinderhook has a population of 245 with a density of 302 people per square mile. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

245
Total Population
302
People / sq mi
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kinderhook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kinderhook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kinderhook is $59,500, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Kinderhook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,500
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,173
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$75,579

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,747
County GDP$4,661M

Business (County)

Restaurants161
Healthcare158
Retail252
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,297
80% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone69.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Kinderhook is $76,700, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,700
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.8%
Housing Units119
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,297
80% above US avg
Effective Rate8.21%
In Kinderhook, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Primary Care1:955
Dentists1:1,177
Mental Health1:316
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits57.2%
Premature Death8,699/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access77.5%
Healthcare Facilities158
Kinderhook has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation519 ft (158 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density302/sq mi
Coordinates39.7038°N, 91.1526°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+95.4%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density302/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities158
Restaurants161
Retail Stores252

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone69.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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