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Population
258
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,218 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$67,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$650/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$44,643
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Kensett

Kensett grew up as a late-19th-century railroad depot in northern Iowa's Worth County, surrounded by miles of open farmland. Today, it offers a quiet, relaxed pace with a strong sense of local history. Families send their kids to the combined Northwood-Kensett school district, and local heritage stays front and center at spots like the town's Community Church Museum and preserved log cabin. If you are looking for peaceful small-town living with plenty of elbow room and friendly neighbors, Kensett fits the bill.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingRural FitA+98.6ratingLower FEMA County Wildfire Risk IndexA+98.6rating

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