Kinston, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Covington County County
Kinston, AL
At a Glance
How Kinston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kinston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kinston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kinston residents earn a median household income of $36,875 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,399. The unemployment rate stands at 17.1% (375% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,134 business establishments, including 67 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kinston is $71,700 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $165,564. Median rent is $684/month, with 34.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Kinston reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,185/100K.
Education
8.4% of adults in Kinston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 83.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kinston has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches.