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Kenton, OH

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Population
7,808
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
992 ft
Median Home Value
$107,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$625/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$56,033
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in OhioPopulation rankingHighest population places in OhioNearest larger communityMarion, Ohio26 miles away · 35,587 residents.

About Kenton

Kenton is a city and the county seat of Hardin County, Ohio, situated in the west-central portion of the state. Named for frontiersman Simon Kenton and featuring the historic Hardin County Courthouse, the community of approximately 7,663 is served by the Kenton City School District for public primary and secondary education locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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