Kennan, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kennan, Wisconsin had a total population of 112, the 752nd largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $69,375, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.4% 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 1.0x.
Kennan Quick Facts
How Kennan 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 | 134 | 112 | -16.4% |
| Median household income | $58,438 | $69,375 | +18.7% |
| Median home value | $57,500 | $72,800 | +26.6% |
How Kennan 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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 37 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Kennan Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Price County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Falls | 2,318 | $54,643 | 21.9% | $84,800 |
| Phillips | 1,602 | $47,059 | 19.1% | $103,300 |
| Prentice | 521 | $50,833 | 12.5% | $108,800 |
| Ogema | 293 | $58,641 | 11.9% | $95,700 |
| Catawba | 170 | $67,955 | 15.3% | $58,500 |
Cities Similar to Kennan
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Sturgeon | 111 | $70,625 | $483,300 | 33.9% | 5.4% |
| Angelica | 115 | N/A | $219,400 | 5.1% | 0.0% |
| Lublin | 110 | $63,750 | $121,600 | 13.1% | 7.3% |
| Pella | 112 | $60,714 | $169,400 | 13.4% | 10.7% |
| Boaz | 116 | $63,438 | $113,800 | 10.8% | 10.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 112, Kennan'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
Kennan is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Price County. The total population is 112. It ranks as the 752nd most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kennan is 47.8 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kennan is $69,375. This is 10% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. The median home value is $72,800. Housing costs are 73% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Kennan is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 92.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Kennan was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.1% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
3.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 90% lower than the state rate of 33.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kennan, Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin. 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 Kennan, Wisconsin?
Kennan, Wisconsin has a population of 112 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kennan, WI?
The median household income in Kennan is $69,375, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kennan, WI?
The poverty rate in Kennan is 7.1%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kennan, Wisconsin?
Kennan's population is 99.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kennan, WI?
The median home value in Kennan is $72,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.0x.
How educated is Kennan, Wisconsin?
3.4% of adults (25+) in Kennan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.