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Kenwood, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Kenwood is a small town in California with a population of 750. Residents earn $125,221 per year, which is 67% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
750 Population 145/sq mi density
$125,221 Median Income $70,907 per capita
$884,100 Home Value $1,268,029 Zillow
59°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$125,221 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$884,100 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
73.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $125,221
67% higher than US avg
Home Value $884,100
214% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 73.7%
119% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.5%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population750
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female27% / 73%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$125,221
Per Capita$70,907
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$14,592M
Commute64 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$884,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,268,029
Housing Units466
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity24.5%
Uninsured4.6%
Smoking8.5%
Depression24.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation450 ft (137 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+73.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+37.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute64 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Kenwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kenwood receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Kenwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kenwood is $125,221, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Kenwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 64 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kenwood is $884,100, making it a premium housing market at 214% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Kenwood is a highly educated community — 73.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kenwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Kenwood has a population of 750 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.5%).

Population

750
Total Population
145
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 27.1%
Female 72.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kenwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.5%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kenwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kenwood is $125,221, which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 64 minutes.

Income: Kenwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$125,221
67% above US avg
Per Capita Income$70,907
Avg Weekly Wage$1,363
IRS Avg AGI$128,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,535
County GDP$14,592M

Business (County)

Restaurants445
Healthcare452
Retail492
Manufacturing522

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time64.3 min
Drive Alone63.0%
Public Transit2.1%
Work from Home28.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Kenwood is $884,100, 214% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,268,029.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$884,100
214% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,268,029

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.8%
Housing Units466
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.14%
In Kenwood, 24.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.6% of residents lack health insurance. 8.5% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 14.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.5%
24% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.5%
39% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity14.9%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress10.3%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.6%
47% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,016
Dentists1:988
Mental Health1:147
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits73.0%
Premature Death5,210/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities452
Kenwood has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation450 ft (137 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.4 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates38.4154°N, 122.5388°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 73.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (119% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 34.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.1%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+73.7%
119% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+37.7%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density145/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities452
Restaurants445
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute64.3 min
Drive Alone63.0%
Public Transit2.1%
Work from Home28.8%

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