Kennard, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kennard, Texas had a total population of 270, the 1484th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $82,500, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
Kennard Quick Facts
How Kennard 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 | 411 | 270 | -34.3% |
| Median household income | $83,333 | $82,500 | -1.0% |
| Median home value | $104,700 | $105,000 | +0.3% |
How Kennard 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: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Kennard Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Houston County
Cities Similar to Kennard
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetown | 271 | N/A | $59,400 | 17.5% | 62.7% |
| Lueders | 271 | N/A | $33,500 | 4.5% | 19.9% |
| Oakhurst | 266 | N/A | N/A | 57.1% | 30.1% |
| Praesel | 265 | N/A | $273,100 | 13.2% | 0.0% |
| Enchanted Oaks | 269 | $79,250 | $415,200 | 37.3% | 6.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 270, Kennard'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
Kennard is a small community located in Texas, within Houston County. The total population is 270. It ranks as the 1484th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kennard is 31.0 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kennard is $82,500. This is 5% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.5%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Kennard, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $105,000. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Kennard is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Kennard is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (74.4% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 39.7%.
Education
8.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kennard, Texas 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 Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. 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 Kennard, Texas?
Kennard, Texas has a population of 270 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kennard, TX?
The median household income in Kennard is $82,500, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kennard, TX?
The poverty rate in Kennard is 18.5%. This means approximately 50 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kennard, Texas?
Kennard's population is 74.4% White, 8.5% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kennard, TX?
The median home value in Kennard is $105,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Kennard, Texas?
8.1% of adults (25+) in Kennard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.