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Kensington-Chinatown, ON

Ontario

Kensington-Chinatown is a small city in Ontario with a population of 17,945. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
17,945 Population
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

How Kensington-Chinatown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population17,945
Median Age41.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation335 ft (102 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Kensington-Chinatown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kensington-Chinatown receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Kensington-Chinatown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kensington-Chinatown is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kensington-Chinatown is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kensington-Chinatown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 39.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Kensington-Chinatown has a population of 17,945. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian.

Population

17,945
Total Population
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kensington-Chinatown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages11.9%

Social Characteristics

Kensington-Chinatown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kensington-Chinatown is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Kensington-Chinatown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,573
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Kensington-Chinatown is $461,770, 64% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Kensington-Chinatown, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kensington-Chinatown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Kensington-Chinatown has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. The area enjoys 257 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall39.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Coordinates43.6536°N, 79.3972°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Nearby Cities

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