Kenton Public RecordsTennessee

Kenton, located in Gibson County, TN, features a median home value of around $85,000, with homeownership at approximately 70% and average rents near $700/month. Housing types primarily include single-family homes and some older townhouses. Property values have risen modestly, with a 3% increase over the past year. Notable neighborhoods offer quiet, family-friendly environments. Property taxes are low, averaging about $500 annually due to Tennessee’s favorable tax rates. Rental options are limited, making homeownership prevalent. Kenton’s real estate market remains affordable compared to statewide averages, attracting both families and retirees seeking small-town living.

Kenton, located in Gibson County, TN, has limited local healthcare facilities, with no hospitals directly in Kenton; residents typically rely on nearby hospitals such as Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City (25 beds) and Gibson General Hospital (49 beds). The Gibson County Health Department and several clinics serve basic health needs. Around 12% of Gibson County's residents lack health insurance, and the area’s population skews older, with a median age of 42. Common health issues include hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease. Access to specialized care is limited, often requiring travel to larger cities like Jackson or Memphis.

Kenton, located in Gibson County, TN, is served by the Gibson County School District, with students typically attending Kenton Elementary and then nearby Gibson County High School. The area has around 2 public schools, and the high school graduation rate is approximately 92%. About 14% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety incidents are low, and educational programs include standard K-12 curricula with some vocational and dual-enrollment opportunities. Test scores are slightly below the Tennessee state average, with scores around 65% proficiency in reading and 60% in math.

Transportation in Kenton, Gibson County, TN is predominantly car-dependent, with over 93% of residents commuting by private vehicle and carpooling rates near 10%. Public transit options are virtually nonexistent. The average one-way commute time is around 24 minutes, slightly below the national average. Most households (over 92%) own at least one vehicle. Kenton’s road infrastructure connects to nearby employment hubs such as Union City and Dyersburg. Walking and cycling are minimal due to limited infrastructure. Major highways, including US Route 45W, facilitate access to jobs, retail, and services outside the city, as in- town employment opportunities are limited.

As of the 2020 census, Kenton, located in Gibson and Obion counties, Tennessee, had a population of 1,205. The median age was approximately 45 years. About 51% of residents are female and 49% male. Racially, Kenton is predominantly White (over 91%), with African Americans making up around 5%, and small percentages of other races or multiracial individuals. Hispanic or Latino residents comprise less than 2% of the population.