Kensington, MN

Minnesota

Kensington is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 267. Residents earn $48,125 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
267 Population 742/sq mi density
$48,125 Median Income $30,298 per capita
$96,500 Home Value $270,225 Zillow
$525 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,125 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,500 home value, $525/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,500
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population267
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density742/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$30,298
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$2,860M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,500
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$270,225
Housing Units134
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.4%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,308 ft (399 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+97.9%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute25 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries1

Is Kensington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kensington receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Kensington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kensington is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kensington is $96,500, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Kensington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches, including 44.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Kensington has a population of 267 with a density of 742 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

267
Total Population
742
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kensington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kensington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kensington is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Kensington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,125
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,298
Avg Weekly Wage$1,097
IRS Avg AGI$83,113

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,499
County GDP$2,860M

Business (County)

Restaurants124
Healthcare155
Retail216
Manufacturing87

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,084
45% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Kensington is $96,500, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $270,225.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,500
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$270,225

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%
Housing Units134
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,084
45% above US avg
Effective Rate5.27%
In Kensington, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death6,113/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access74.7%
Healthcare Facilities155
Kensington has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.0 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall44.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,308 ft (399 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density742/sq mi
Coordinates45.7782°N, 95.6969°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.1-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.9%
D 31.7%

Winner: Republican by 35.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+97.9%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density742/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants124
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home7.4%

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