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Kenneth City, FL Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,321

Population

4,770

Renter Mix

29% Rent

A downhome suburb near countless amenities

Suburban Affordable Quiet

Kenneth City is a small, self-governing town in Pinellas County, bordered on nearly every side by St. Petersburg, one of Tampa Bay's most recognized cities. Despite its compact size, Kenneth City maintains its own municipal identity, operating independently while still giving residents easy access to the broader amenities that the surrounding metro area offers. The town covers roughly one square mile, making it one of the more walkable and close-knit communities in the county.

The atmosphere here is low-key and residential, with a pace that contrasts sharply with the busier corridors just outside its borders. St. Petersburg's downtown arts district, employment centers, and waterfront are all within a short drive, making Kenneth City a practical base for those who work or spend time across the greater Tampa Bay region. Eckerd College and St. Petersburg College are both nearby, adding an educational presence to the surrounding area.

Renters will find a housing mix that leans toward modest single-family homes, duplexes, and smaller apartment communities, rather than high-rises or large-scale developments. That lower-density character keeps the town feeling approachable and grounded. For anyone seeking a straightforward place to live within reach of a thriving metro, without the noise and density that often comes with it, Kenneth City offers a sensible and stable option.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$55,226

Average: $68,496

Education

924

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

2,435

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

43 Years

Largest Age Group

60-69 Years

Approximately 14% of Residents

Under 20

21%

Over 65

22%

Housing Distribution

Kenneth City has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
29%
Non-Renters
71%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%

Rent Trends

As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Kenneth City, FL is $1,184 for a studio, $1,321 for one bedroom, $1,337 for two bedrooms, and $1,294 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kenneth City has increased by 1.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,321/month
768 Sq Ft
House
$2,321/month
1,424 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Moderately Walkable

Walkability

60 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

20 / 100

Moderately Drivable

Drivability

60 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

Schools

Dixie M. Hollins High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,841 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Education Innovation Center
  • Sawgrass Lake Park
  • Sunken Gardens
  • Great Explorations Children's Museum
  • Secrets of the Sea Marine Exploration Center and Aquarium

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • St Pete-Clearwater International
  • Tampa International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.