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Introduction to Kennett, Missouri
Kennett, Missouri, in Dunklin county, is located 45 miles NE of Jonesboro, Arkansas (center to center) and is 75 miles N of Memphis, Tennessee. As of the year 2000 census, 11,260 people resided in Kennett.
Kennett History
Kennett was settled by the white settlers in the early 19th century. The settlement was originally named as Chilletecaux. In fact, it was named after a Delaware Indian chief. In the late 1840s, the city was renamed Butler. Later in 1851, the city adopted its present name. It was named in honor of Luther M. Kennett, the mayor of St. Louis. The first railroad entered the area in the 1890s. It is the county seat of Dunklin County, which was organized on February 14, 1845.
Kennett and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Kennett
One can visit the Dunklin County Museum while in Kennett. The Hemingway - Pfeiffer Museum and Education Center is also worth visiting. One can enjoy camping, boating, and fishing at the Reelfoot Lake State Park. The Lake Frierson State Park includes a scenic trail ideal for hiking. Every year, Kennett hosts the Delta Fair in the month of September.
Kennett Transportation
Flights can be availed from Memphis International Airport.
Kennett Higher Education
Higher studies can be pursued through Arkansas State University - Main Campus, Southwest Tennessee Community College - Union Campus, and University of Memphis.
Kennett strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Missouri):
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| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 2% |  |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 9% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 10% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 13% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 17% | |
Comparing Kennett to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Missouri (State):
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
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