Median Income
$41,000
45% lower than US avg
Home Value
$110,700
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$581
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.3%
1% lower than US avg
How Kinta Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population254
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density403/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Economy
B
Median Income$41,000
Per Capita$21,298
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$443M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$110,700
Rent$581
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,240
Health
Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease7.0%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation551 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+81.9%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute21 min
Libraries1
Is Kinta a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kinta receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kinta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kinta is $41,000, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kinta is $110,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $581 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Kinta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Kinta has a population of 254 with a density of 403 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.8%), with 30.3% Hispanic.
Population
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
The median household income in Kinta is $41,000, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,000 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,298 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $809 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,213 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 296 |
| County GDP | $443M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,743 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.57% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.5 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
The median home value in Kinta is $110,700, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $581 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,240.
Home Values
| Census Median | $110,700 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $154,240 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $581 |
| 50% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,743 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.57% |
In Kinta, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kinta vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.3% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.7% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.2% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 14,130/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 1.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
Crime Rates: Kinta vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Kinta has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.5°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 551 ft (168 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 403/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1198°N, 95.2382°W |
| County FIPS | 40061 |