Kennedy, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
504 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$42,031 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$103,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$422 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$350 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lamar County
1
Alabama
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lamar County
2
Alabama
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 43
Feb 6 0 47
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 5 0 62
May 5 0 70
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 83%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, AL State Senate District 5, AL State House District 17, AL
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Schools

South Lamar School
3 miles, W • 3.2 star
Fayette Elementary School
12 miles, E • 3.2 star
Fayette Middle School
12 miles, E • 1.9 star
Fayette County High School
13 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Mississippi University for Women
26 miles, W • 1.9 star
Stillman College
35 miles, S • 1.4 star
The University of Alabama
36 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Fayette Medical Center
13 miles, E • 5 star
Pickens County Medical Center
22 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Northwest Medical Center
26 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
36 miles, W • 1 star
Key Field
97 miles, SW • 1 star
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