Median Income
$59,107
21% lower than US avg
Home Value
$58,200
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$604
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.0%
60% lower than US avg
How Kensington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population572
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density1,682/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans9.2%
Economy
A
Median Income$59,107
Per Capita$32,489
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$604M
Commute13 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$58,200
Rent$604
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$122,174
Rent Burden30.9%
Health
Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Elevation1,777 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute13 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries6
Is Kensington a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kensington receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kensington stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kensington is $59,107, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kensington is $58,200, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Kensington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Kensington has a population of 572 with a density of 1,682 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 3.1% Black.
Population
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Kensington vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Kensington vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Kensington is $59,107, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.
Income: Kensington vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,107 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,489 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $880 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,081 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.0% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 234 |
| County GDP | $604M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 20 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,117 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.36% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 13.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.7% |
The median home value in Kensington is $58,200, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $604 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $122,174.
Home Values
| Census Median | $58,200 |
| 79% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $122,174 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $604 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 30.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,117 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.36% |
In Kensington, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kensington vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,288/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
Crime Rates: Kensington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Kensington has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 25.7 inches |
| 32% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,777 ft (542 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,682/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7667°N, 99.0329°W |
| County FIPS | 20147 |