New Kensington, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Allegheny County County
New Kensington, PA
At a Glance
How New Kensington Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows New Kensington's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is New Kensington a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
New Kensington residents earn a median household income of $49,644 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,106. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,316 business establishments, including 3,345 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in New Kensington is $132,400 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $178,729. Median rent is $694/month, with 27.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1952.
Safety & Crime
New Kensington reports 456 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 20% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,409/100K.
Education
20.1% of adults in New Kensington hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
New Kensington has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.