Median Income
$80,139
7% higher than US avg
Home Value
$291,700
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,289
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.4%
73% lower than US avg
How Kensington Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,561
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density3,671/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Economy
A+
Median Income$80,139
Per Capita$31,092
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$35,891M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$291,700
Rent$1,289
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.1 in/yr
Elevation25 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+90.9%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute26 min
Libraries10
Is Kensington Park a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kensington Park receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Kensington Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kensington Park is $80,139, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kensington Park is $291,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,289 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Kensington Park has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Kensington Park has a population of 3,561 with a density of 3,671 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.8%), with 3.9% Black.
Population
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Kensington Park vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 59.5% |
| 24% below US avg |
| Spanish | 40.5% |
| 202% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Kensington Park vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Kensington Park is $80,139, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Kensington Park vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $80,139 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,092 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,253 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $137,381 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 21,213 |
| County GDP | $35,891M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,068 |
| Healthcare | 1,819 |
| Retail | 1,764 |
| Manufacturing | 370 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $11,105 |
| 217% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.81% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |
The median home value in Kensington Park is $291,700, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,289 (11% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $291,700 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $374,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $374,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $254 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.0% |
| Price Drops | 42.9% |
| Inventory | 14 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,289 |
| 11% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $11,105 |
| 217% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.81% |
In Kensington Park, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kensington Park vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.9% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 9.0% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 18.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 74.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,416/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,819 |
Crime Rates: Kensington Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
Safety Score
Kensington Park has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
62°F Jan (17°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 73.6°F |
| 36% above US avg |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 61.1 inches |
| 61% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 25 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,671/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.3567°N, 82.4950°W |
| County FIPS | 12115 |