Overview
Kennett, Missouri, (population 10,932) is a warm, friendly community that is within easy driving distance of four major urban areas: St. Louis, Little Rock, Memphis and Nashville. The convenient location allows community members to enjoy a small-town environment, with comfortable access to nearby urban amenities.
This rural community embraces traditional values, provides excellent educational opportunities and offers the perfect setting for family living.
Kennett's service area includes the Missouri counties of Dunklin, New Madrid and Pemiscot, as well as neighboring counties in northeast Arkansas. The region features a diverse economic base that includes industry, agriculture, small business and healthcare.
Click here for detailed Kennett demographic,social, economic and housing statistics from the U.S. Census 2010.
2010 U.S. Census QuickFacts:
| Population | 10,932 |
| Dunklin Co. Labor Force (16 Years and Older) | 13,725 |
| Employed | 12,343 |
| Unemployed | 1,382 |
| Median Age (Kennett) | 38 |
| Under 20 | 3,099 |
| 20-34 yrs. | 1.946 |
| 35-44 years | 1,298 |
| 45-64 years | 2,789 |
| 65+ years | 1,800 |
| Education (Kennett/25 Years and Older) | |
| High School Graduate | 70.7% |
| Some College | 19.6% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 12.6% |
| Graduate/Professional Degree | 5.1% |
| Median Household Income (Kennett) | $31,816 |
| Real Estate (Kennett) | |
| Median Home Cost | $87,400 |
| Total Housing Units | 4,863 |
| Local Taxes (City/County) | |
| Sales Tax Rate (City) | 7.975 |
