Kennesaw city, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Kennesaw city, Georgia Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Kennesaw city, Georgia has a total population of 33,627, the 37th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $79,759, which is 7% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.

Key Takeaways

47.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Georgia.

Kennesaw city Quick Facts

Population 33,627

Median Household Income $79,759

Median Home Value $291,300

Poverty Rate 11.9%

Unemployment Rate 6.1%

Median Age 35.4 years

Homeownership Rate 68.5%

Affordability Ratio 3.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 47.1%

High School Graduation Rate 92.4%

Diversity Index 65/100

Population 33,627 37th of 670

Median Income $79,759 top 30%

Poverty Rate 11.9% 5% lower national

Median Home Value $291,300 top 20%

How Kennesaw city Compares

Median Household Income

Kennesaw city

$79,759

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Kennesaw city

$291,300

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.2%

$25K-$50K 17.5%

$50K-$100K 30.0%

$100K+ 39.3%

Employment

6.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

69.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 68.5%

Renter 31.5%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.7%

18-34

27.7%

35-54

26.6%

55-74

19.0%

75+

5.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Kennesaw city Rankings in Georgia

#37 Population of 670

#127 Median Income of 670

#61 Education of 670

#97 Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Kennesaw city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Canton city	34,587	$81,642	$369,700	31.4%	11.4%
Martinez CDP	33,019	$85,617	$231,400	37.7%	8.6%
Douglasville city	36,284	$76,591	$313,500	36.7%	11.2%
Tucker city	37,022	$81,141	$359,300	44.0%	11.8%
Chamblee city	30,369	$81,774	$407,900	47.2%	18.3%

Population Overview

Kennesaw city is a mid-sized community located in Georgia. The total population is 33,627. It ranks as the 37th most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Kennesaw city is 35.4 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Kennesaw city is $79,759. This is 7% higher than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 2% higher. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 6.1%. This is 19% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $291,300. Housing costs are 7% higher than the state median of $272,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 68.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Kennesaw city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 53.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 20.5%.

Education

47.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Kennesaw city in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 38% higher than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Kennesaw city, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 670 Census-designated places in Georgia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Kennesaw city, Georgia?

Kennesaw city, Georgia has a population of 33,627 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Kennesaw city, GA?

The median household income in Kennesaw city is $79,759, which is 2% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Kennesaw city, GA?

The poverty rate in Kennesaw city is 11.9%. This means approximately 3,931 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Kennesaw city, Georgia?

Kennesaw city's population is 53.0% White, 20.5% Black, 15.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Kennesaw city, GA?

The median home value in Kennesaw city is $291,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Kennesaw city, Georgia?

47.1% of adults (25+) in Kennesaw city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.