What are the schools like in Kennedale, TX?

Kennedale is served primarily by KENNEDALE ISD. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.7:1.

What is the median household income in Kennedale?

The median household income in Kennedale, TX is $112,646 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.7%.

What is the weather like in Kennedale, TX?

Kennedale has an average high temperature of 57.9°F in January and 95.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.8 inches.

Kennedale, TX Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Kennedale, TX affordable or expensive?

Kennedale's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Kennedale is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $336,200 and the median rent is $1,141 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Kennedale, TX?

Kennedale has a violent crime rate of 169.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 329.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Kennedale, TX a Good Place to Live?

Kennedale is a small town of 8,590 in Texas, with a median household income of $112,646 and a 4.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Kennedale stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Kennedale is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Kennedale city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 103.3

Kennedale's overall cost of living index is 103.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Kennedale costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Kennedale, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$336,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,141	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$112,646	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Kennedale's violent crime rate is 169.3 per 100,000 residents — 55% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

169.3 /100k

Property Crime

329.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Kennedale is served primarily by KENNEDALE ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Kennedale, TX	National Avg
School District	KENNEDALE ISD	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	29.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Kennedale sees average highs of 57.9°F in January and 95.9°F in July, with 36.2 inches of annual precipitation and 0.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Kennedale, TX
Average High — January	57.9°F
Average High — July	95.9°F
Annual Precipitation	36.2"
Annual Snowfall	0.8"

Demographics

Metric	Kennedale, TX	National Avg
Population	8,590	—
Median Age	42.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	66.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	13.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	10.7%	18.9%
Asian	5.6%	6.3%
Under 18	21.6%	22.2%
65 and over	16.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Forest Hill, TX 3 mi Everman, TX 4 mi Rendon, TX 5 mi Dalworthington Gardens, TX 5 mi Pantego, TX 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Kennedale

Kennedale, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

76060

Kennedale vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kennedale, TX affordable or expensive?

Kennedale's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Kennedale roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $336,200 and median rent is $1,141/month.

What is the crime rate in Kennedale, TX?

Kennedale's violent crime rate is 169.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 329.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Kennedale?

Public schools in Kennedale are operated by KENNEDALE ISD. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1. 29.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Kennedale, TX a good place to live?

Kennedale, TX has a population of 8,590, a median household income of $112,646, and an unemployment rate of 4.7%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Kennedale?

Kennedale averages 57.9°F in January and 95.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.2 inches with about 0.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Kennedale?

Kennedale, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 76060.

What is the population of Kennedale?

The population of Kennedale, Texas is 8,590 with a median age of 42.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Kennedale?

Key numbers for living in Kennedale: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $336,200, median household income $112,646, crime index 33 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Kennedale side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.