Kenneth, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kenneth, Minnesota had a total population of 72, the 833rd largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $76,250, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 44.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (44.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 9.7% is notably above the national average.
Kenneth Quick Facts
How Kenneth Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 48 | 72 | +50.0% |
| Median household income | $31,563 | $76,250 | +141.6% |
How Kenneth Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Kenneth Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Rock County
Cities Similar to Kenneth
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beltrami | 72 | $78,125 | $85,000 | 13.7% | 20.8% |
| Ebro | 75 | N/A | $75,000 | 5.7% | 30.4% |
| Essig | 76 | N/A | $160,900 | 36.8% | 31.6% |
| Effie | 77 | N/A | N/A | 8.2% | 3.9% |
| Whipholt | 76 | $72,500 | $342,900 | 35.4% | 15.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 72, Kenneth's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Kenneth is a small community located in Minnesota, within Rock County. The total population is 72. It ranks as the 833rd most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kenneth is 38.7 years. This is about the same as the state median of 38.8 years. With 41.7% of the population under 18, Kenneth has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kenneth is $76,250. This is 14% lower than the state median of $89,062. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 44.4%. This is 378% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 9.7%. This is 138% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Kenneth is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.5% of the population.
Education
19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% lower than the state rate of 39.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.7%. Notably, 19.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kenneth, Minnesota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Minnesota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kenneth, Minnesota?
Kenneth, Minnesota has a population of 72 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kenneth, MN?
The median household income in Kenneth is $76,250, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kenneth, MN?
The poverty rate in Kenneth is 44.4%. This means approximately 32 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kenneth, Minnesota?
Kenneth's population is 62.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kenneth, MN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Kenneth — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Kenneth, Minnesota?
19.1% of adults (25+) in Kenneth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 19.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.