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Kensington, Part 1, PE

Prince Edward Island

Kensington, Part 1 is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 549. Residents earn $77,909 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
549 Population 28/sq mi density
$77,909 Median Income $43,296 per capita
$256,943 Home Value
$855 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
80°F Avg Temperature 226 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$77,909 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$256,943 home value, $855/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,909
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $256,943
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

How Kensington, Part 1 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population549
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$77,909
Per Capita$43,296
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.4%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$256,943
Rent$855
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units220
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Kensington, Part 1 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kensington, Part 1 receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kensington, Part 1 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kensington, Part 1 is $77,909, 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%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kensington, Part 1 is $256,943, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

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, Part 1 has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches.

Kensington, Part 1 has a population of 549 with a density of 28 people per square mile, spread across 19.8 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 1.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.3% of residents.

Population

549
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
19.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kensington, Part 1 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish 4.3%
68% below US avg
Other Languages 5.4%

Social Characteristics

Kensington, Part 1 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kensington, Part 1 is $77,909, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,296 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $833, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 17 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 17.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Kensington, Part 1 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,909
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,296
Avg Weekly Wage$833

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home17.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Kensington, Part 1 is $256,943, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 220 total housing units in the city. 27.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,943
9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units220

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Kensington, Part 1 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Kensington, Part 1 vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Kensington, Part 1 has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 226 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average).

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Geography

Area19.8 sq mi (51.3 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates46.4361°N, 63.6379°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.8"
63% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 13.90"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7.

Mar 7, 2008 32 km S of Miramichi, Canada M2.7 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

0 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2.

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 109 km
2009 Bill Category 1 243 km
2003 Juan Category 2 50 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 253 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 195 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 1.3 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 2.2 in Warmest
March 82°F (28°C) 4.0 in
April 82°F (28°C) 5.1 in
May 81°F (27°C) 10.2 in
June 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in
August 76°F (24°C) 2.1 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
October 79°F (26°C) 7.2 in
November 80°F (27°C) 4.6 in
December 81°F (27°C) 2.4 in

Kensington, Part 1 has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in August to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 61.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.9") and January the driest (1.3").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 88.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density28/sq mi
Total Area19.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home17.5%

Radio Stations near Kensington, Part 1

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFCY 95.1 Charlottetown, PE charlottetown, commercial MP3 64 kbps
CJCB 1270 Sydney, NS commercial, country MP3 64 kbps
CJRW 102.1 "Spud FM" Summerside, PE adult contemporary, commercial MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Kensington, Part 1

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Acadian Museum of PEI
Anne of Green Gables Museum
Bishop's Machine Shop
CN Borden-Carleton Interpretive Centre
Kensington Veterans Memorial Military Museum
McNaught History Centre & Archives
Summerside Interpretive Centre and PEI Fox Museum
The Lefurgey Cultural Centre
Wyatt House Museum

Libraries in Kensington, Part 1

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Borden-Carleton Public Library0.0
Crapaud Public Library0.0
Inspire Learning Centre0.0
Kensington Heritage Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kensington, Part 1

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Artisans Marketplace
Stanley Bridge Centre Farmers Market
Summerside Farmers' Market

Airports Near Kensington, Part 1

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlottetown AirportYYGMedium Airport
Summerside AirportYSUMedium Airport
Cormier Airport-Small Airport
Fox Harbour Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kensington, Part 1

What is the population of Kensington, Part 1?

Kensington, Part 1 has a population of 549 residents and is located in Prince Edward Island. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 19.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Kensington, Part 1 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,909, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $256,943 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Kensington, Part 1 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Kensington, Part 1 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Kensington, Part 1?

Kensington, Part 1 has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.8 inches.

How is the job market in Kensington, Part 1?

The unemployment rate in Kensington, Part 1 is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $833. There are 17 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 17.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kensington, Part 1?

The median home value in Kensington, Part 1 is $256,943. For renters, the median monthly rent is $855. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Kensington, Part 1?

32.9% of adults in Kensington, Part 1 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Kensington, Part 1?

The average commute in Kensington, Part 1 is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kensington, Part 1?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kensington, Part 1 is 96.4% White, 1.8% Asian. 90.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.3% speak Spanish.

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