Kennesaw State University, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,455 332.4M (US)
Median Age
19.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$106,218 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
0.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
26.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$272,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$581 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,772 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cobb County
3
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
4
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cobb County
5
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
5
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 41
Feb 5 0 44
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 4 0 60
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 4 0 51
Dec 4 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 6%

Schools

Big Shanty Elementary School
1 miles, W 2.8 star
Palmer Middle School
1 miles, NE 3.2 star
Chalker Elementary School
1 miles, E 3.2 star
Pitner Elementary School
2 miles, N 2.8 star

Colleges

Cobb Beauty College Inc
2 miles, W 1 star
Empire Beauty School-Kennesaw
2 miles, S 1 star

Hospitals

Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
5 miles, S 3.2 star
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
13 miles, SW 3.2 star
Northside Hospital Cherokee
15 miles, NE 2.3 star

Airports

Lovell Field
77 miles, N 1.4 star
Columbus Airport
107 miles, SW 1 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
127 miles, NE 2.3 star