Kensington, CT

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Kensington Overview

9,580
TOTAL POPULATION
4,944
MALE POPULATION
4,636
FEMALE POPULATION
106.64
MALES / 100 FEMALES
93.77
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$49,440
PER CAPITA INCOME
$116,061
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$99,423
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,656
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Kensington Area Codes

Race in Kensington

The most populous races in Kensington are White / Caucasian (8,341 | 87.1%), Hispanic or Latino (791 | 8.3%), and Two or more Races (585 | 6.1%).
Race in Kensington
Race# Population% Population
Asian4925.1%
Black / African American530.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino7918.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian8,34187.1%
Two or more Races5856.1%
Some other Race1091.1%
Total9,580100.0%

Ancestry in Kensington

The most populous ancestries reported in Kensington are Polish (2,342 | 24.4%), Italian (2,004 | 20.9%), Irish (1,100 | 11.5%), German (851 | 8.9%), and English (826 | 8.6%), together accounting for 74.4% of all Kensington residents.
Ancestry in Kensington
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2622.7%
Arab250.3%
Argentinean600.6%
Armenian270.3%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac130.1%
Austrian80.1%
Bhutanese400.4%
Brazilian180.2%
British180.2%
Canadian760.8%
Central American Indian490.5%
Cuban2422.5%
Czech510.5%
Danish380.4%
Eastern European490.5%
English8268.6%
European670.7%
Filipino70.1%
Finnish580.6%
French5615.9%
French Canadian2142.2%
German8518.9%
Hungarian290.3%
Indian (Asian)1411.5%
Irish1,10011.5%
Italian2,00420.9%
Korean921.0%
Lebanese250.3%
Lithuanian1601.7%
Mexican410.4%
Northern European90.1%
Pakistani560.6%
Polish2,34224.4%
Portuguese981.0%
Puerto Rican800.8%
Romanian180.2%
Russian1231.3%
Scotch-Irish360.4%
Scottish2272.4%
Slavic100.1%
Slovak780.8%
Slovene750.8%
South American600.6%
Spaniard1281.3%
Spanish2402.5%
Swedish2612.7%
Thai1761.8%
Ukrainian1131.2%
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Immigrants in Kensington

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Kensington came from Europe (413 | 4.3%), Asia (354 | 3.7%), Eastern Europe (314 | 3.3%), Poland (289 | 3.0%), and South Eastern Asia (148 | 1.5%), together accounting for 15.9% of all Kensington residents.
Immigrants in Kensington
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia3543.7%
Brazil180.2%
Canada390.4%
Caribbean140.2%
China961.0%
Cuba140.2%
Eastern Asia961.0%
Eastern Europe3143.3%
Europe4134.3%
Germany330.3%
Hungary50.1%
India640.7%
Iran130.1%
Italy520.5%
Latin America320.3%
Northern Europe100.1%
Philippines921.0%
Poland2893.0%
Russia200.2%
Scotland100.1%
South America180.2%
South Central Asia770.8%
South Eastern Asia1481.5%
Southern Europe560.6%
Spain40.0%
Taiwan70.1%
Thailand560.6%
Western Asia330.3%
Western Europe330.3%
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Sex and Age in Kensington

Sex and Age in Kensington

The most populous age groups in Kensington are 55 to 59 Years (626 | 12.7%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (482 | 10.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Kensington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years220 (4.4%)291 (6.3%)
5 to 9 Years336 (6.8%)69 (1.5%)
10 to 14 Years305 (6.2%)165 (3.6%)
15 to 19 Years454 (9.2%)195 (4.2%)
20 to 24 Years123 (2.5%)184 (4.0%)
25 to 29 Years326 (6.6%)257 (5.5%)
30 to 34 Years194 (3.9%)284 (6.1%)
35 to 39 Years297 (6.0%)270 (5.8%)
40 to 44 Years233 (4.7%)218 (4.7%)
45 to 49 Years131 (2.6%)470 (10.1%)
50 to 54 Years384 (7.8%)232 (5.0%)
55 to 59 Years626 (12.7%)342 (7.4%)
60 to 64 Years315 (6.4%)249 (5.4%)
65 to 69 Years380 (7.7%)482 (10.4%)
70 to 74 Years283 (5.7%)285 (6.1%)
75 to 79 Years25 (0.5%)208 (4.5%)
80 to 84 Years121 (2.5%)248 (5.3%)
85 Years and over191 (3.9%)187 (4.0%)
Total4,944 (100.0%)4,636 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Kensington

Median Family Size in Kensington

The median family size in Kensington is 2.71 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,304 | 77.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.8 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (248 | 8.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.21 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Kensington
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,304 (77.3%)2.80
Single Male/Father248 (8.3%)2.21
Single Female/Mother427 (14.3%)2.51
Total Families2,979 (100.0%)2.71

Median Household Size in Kensington

The median household size in Kensington is 2.27 persons per household, with married-couple households (2,304 | 55.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.83 persons per household. non-family households (1,205 | 28.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Kensington
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,304 (55.1%)2.83
Single Male/Father248 (5.9%)2.25
Single Female/Mother427 (10.2%)2.71
Non-family1,205 (28.8%)1.06
Total Households4,184 (100.0%)2.27

Household Size by Marriage Status in Kensington

Out of a total of 4,184 households in Kensington, 2,979 (71.2%) are family households, while 1,205 (28.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,384, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,140.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Kensington
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,140 (27.3%)
2-Person Households1,384 (33.1%)51 (1.2%)
3-Person Households871 (20.8%)14 (0.3%)
4-Person Households503 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households191 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households30 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,979 (71.2%)1,205 (28.8%)

Female Fertility in Kensington

Fertility by Age in Kensington

Average fertility rate in Kensington is 40.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 105.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Kensington
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years76 (100.0%)105.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total76 (100.0%)40.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Kensington

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Kensington
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Kensington

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Kensington
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree13 (17.1%)26.0
Bachelor's Degree63 (82.9%)116.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total76 (100.0%)40.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Kensington

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Kensington
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Kensington

Income Overview in Kensington

Per Capita Income in Kensington is $49,440, while median incomes of families and households are $116,061 and $99,423 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income9,580$49,440
Median Family Income2,979$116,061
Mean Family Income2,979$131,117
Median Household Income4,184$99,423
Mean Household Income4,184$114,914
Income Deficit2,979$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)9,58023.31%
Wage / Income Gap ($)9,58076.69¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index9,5800.37

Earnings by Sex in Kensington

Average Earnings in Kensington are $49,280, $57,807 for men and $44,334 for women, a difference of 23.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Kensington
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,127 (52.4%)$57,807
Female2,835 (47.5%)$44,334
Total5,962 (100.0%)$49,280

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Kensington

The most common earnings brackets in Kensington are $100,000+ for men (729 | 23.3%) and $100,000+ for women (427 | 15.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Kensington
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less284 (9.1%)119 (4.2%)
$2,500 to $4,999103 (3.3%)33 (1.2%)
$5,000 to $7,49950 (1.6%)165 (5.8%)
$7,500 to $9,99952 (1.7%)89 (3.1%)
$10,000 to $12,499106 (3.4%)96 (3.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)66 (2.3%)
$15,000 to $17,49920 (0.6%)22 (0.8%)
$17,500 to $19,99913 (0.4%)75 (2.6%)
$20,000 to $22,49993 (3.0%)118 (4.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99917 (0.5%)214 (7.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99934 (1.1%)193 (6.8%)
$30,000 to $34,999234 (7.5%)34 (1.2%)
$35,000 to $39,999245 (7.8%)67 (2.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99973 (2.3%)147 (5.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99992 (2.9%)178 (6.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99921 (0.7%)41 (1.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999519 (16.6%)243 (8.6%)
$65,000 to $74,999188 (6.0%)162 (5.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999254 (8.1%)346 (12.2%)
$100,000+729 (23.3%)427 (15.1%)
Total3,127 (100.0%)2,835 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Kensington

Average earnings in Kensington are $58,933 for men and $47,821 for women, a difference of 18.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $69,136, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $39,471. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $77,656, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $21,349.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Kensington
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$39,471$43,472
College or Associate's Degree$57,975$45,250
Bachelor's Degree$69,136$77,656
Graduate Degree--
Total$58,933$47,821

Family Income in Kensington

Family Income Brackets in Kensington

According to the Kensington family income data, there are 807 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.1% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 9 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Kensington
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00090.3%
$10,000 to $14,999120.4%
$15,000 to $24,9991645.5%
$25,000 to $34,999481.6%
$35,000 to $49,9991826.1%
$50,000 to $74,9992207.4%
$75,000 to $99,99962020.8%
$100,000 to $149,99980727.1%
$150,000 to $199,99950917.1%
$200,000+40813.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Kensington

4-person families (514 | 17.2%) account for the highest median family income in Kensington with $123,571 per family, while 2-person families (1,511 | 50.7%) have the highest median income of $49,394 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Kensington
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,511 (50.7%)$98,787
3-Person Families744 (25.0%)$111,983
4-Person Families514 (17.2%)$123,571
5-Person Families180 (6.0%)$116,211
6-Person Families30 (1.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total2,979 (100.0%)$116,061

Family Income by Number of Earners in Kensington

The median family income in Kensington is $116,061, with families comprising 3+ earners (470) having the highest median family income of $123,571, while families with 1 earner (539) have the lowest median family income of $79,205, accounting for 15.8% and 18.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Kensington
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners324 (10.9%)$81,667
1 Earner539 (18.1%)$79,205
2 Earners1,646 (55.2%)$119,671
3+ Earners470 (15.8%)$123,571
Total2,979 (100.0%)$116,061

Household Income in Kensington

Household Income Brackets in Kensington

With 1,004 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Kensington, accounting for 24.0% of all households. In contrast, only 29 households (0.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Kensington
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001303.1%
$10,000 to $14,999290.7%
$15,000 to $24,9991924.6%
$25,000 to $34,9992596.2%
$35,000 to $49,9993107.4%
$50,000 to $74,99947311.3%
$75,000 to $99,99971517.1%
$100,000 to $149,9991,00424.0%
$150,000 to $199,99964415.4%
$200,000+42710.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Kensington

The median household income in Kensington is $99,423, with the highest median household income of $116,016 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 994 households (23.8%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Kensington
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years994 (23.8%)$116,016
45 to 64 Years1,739 (41.6%)$100,175
65+ Years1,451 (34.7%)$81,183
Total4,184 (100.0%)$99,423

Poverty in Kensington

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Kensington

With 5.6% poverty level for males and 8.5% for females among the residents of Kensington, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 59 males (71.1%) and 11 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Kensington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years15 (6.8%)89 (30.6%)
5 Years59 (71.1%)11 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)14 (7.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)15 (68.2%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years26 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years11 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years29 (5.6%)54 (10.0%)
35 to 44 Years18 (3.4%)12 (2.5%)
45 to 54 Years59 (11.5%)32 (4.6%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)43 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years46 (6.9%)113 (14.9%)
75 Years and over14 (4.2%)11 (1.7%)
Total277 (5.6%)394 (8.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Kensington

According to the poverty statistics in Kensington, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Kensington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years205 (93.2%)202 (69.4%)
5 Years24 (28.9%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years306 (100.0%)187 (93.0%)
12 to 14 Years252 (100.0%)7 (31.8%)
15 Years50 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years293 (91.8%)147 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years197 (94.7%)214 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years491 (94.4%)487 (90.0%)
35 to 44 Years512 (96.6%)476 (97.5%)
45 to 54 Years456 (88.5%)670 (95.4%)
55 to 64 Years941 (100.0%)548 (92.7%)
65 to 74 Years617 (93.1%)643 (85.1%)
75 Years and over323 (95.9%)632 (98.3%)
Total4,667 (94.4%)4,231 (91.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Kensington

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Kensington show that 1.7% or 38 of the total 2,304 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 1.8%, comprising of 13 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Kensington
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,484 (98.3%)25 (1.7%)
1 or 2 Children706 (98.2%)13 (1.8%)
3 or 4 Children76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,266 (98.4%)38 (1.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Kensington

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Kensington
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)9 (7.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)113 (36.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)122 (28.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Kensington

The poverty data for Kensington shows that 38 of the married-couple family households (1.7%) and 122 of the single-parent households (18.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (1.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 113 household (24.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Kensington
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children25 (1.7%)9 (4.6%)
1 or 2 Children13 (1.8%)113 (24.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (1.7%)122 (18.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Kensington

Employment by Class of Employer in Kensington

Among the 5,468 employed individuals in Kensington, private company employees (3,453 | 63.1%), not-for-profit organizations (648 | 11.8%), and local government employees (474 | 8.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Kensington
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,45363.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1843.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4558.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations64811.8%
Local Government Employees4748.7%
State Government Employees2274.2%
Federal Government Employees90.2%
Unpaid Family Workers180.3%
Total5,468100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Kensington

According to the labor force statistics for Kensington, out of the total population over 16 years of age (8,126), 69.6% or 5,656 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 124 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 93.7% or 907 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 6.4% or 70 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Kensington
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years295 (50.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years271 (88.3%)11 (4.1%)
25 to 29 Years543 (93.1%)18 (3.3%)
30 to 34 Years414 (86.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years927 (91.1%)12 (1.3%)
45 to 54 Years1,092 (89.7%)70 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years907 (93.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years415 (73.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years456 (31.9%)13 (2.9%)
75 Years and over332 (33.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,656 (69.6%)124 (2.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Kensington

According to labor force statistics for Kensington, 89.0% of individuals (4,297) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,828) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 99 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 156 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.1% or 68 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Kensington
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School156 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma850 (85.0%)21 (2.1%)
College / Associate Degree1,111 (89.6%)16 (1.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,182 (89.7%)75 (3.1%)
Total4,297 (89.0%)111 (2.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Kensington

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Kensington are Management (511 | 9.2%), Community & Social Service (502 | 9.1%), Business & Financial (429 | 7.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (425 | 7.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (339 | 6.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Kensington

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Kensington, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (84.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (93.8%), and Health Technologists (92.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Kensington
OccupationMaleFemale
Management183 (35.8%)328 (64.2%)
Business & Financial300 (69.9%)129 (30.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science360 (84.7%)65 (15.3%)
Computers & Mathematics183 (73.8%)65 (26.2%)
Architecture & Engineering159 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 66 (13.2%)436 (86.9%)
Education, Arts & Media25 (31.2%)55 (68.8%)
Legal Services & Support9 (29.0%)22 (71.0%)
Education Instruction & Library32 (9.4%)307 (90.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating21 (6.2%)317 (93.8%)
Health Technologists21 (8.0%)241 (92.0%)
Total (Category)930 (42.2%)1,275 (57.8%)
Total (Overall)2,943 (53.2%)2,585 (46.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Kensington are Food Preparation & Serving (449 | 8.1%), Healthcare Support (118 | 2.1%), Security & Protection (92 | 1.7%), Firefighting & Prevention (92 | 1.7%), and Personal Care & Service (64 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in Kensington

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Kensington, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (63.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (59.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Kensington
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)118 (100.0%)
Security & Protection92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving286 (63.7%)163 (36.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance9 (40.9%)13 (59.1%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)64 (100.0%)
Total (Category)387 (51.9%)358 (48.0%)
Total (Overall)2,943 (53.2%)2,585 (46.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Kensington are Sales & Related (863 | 15.6%), and Office & Administration (800 | 14.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Kensington

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Kensington
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related490 (56.8%)373 (43.2%)
Office & Administration299 (37.4%)501 (62.6%)
Total (Category)789 (47.4%)874 (52.6%)
Total (Overall)2,943 (53.2%)2,585 (46.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Kensington are Construction & Extraction (237 | 4.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (118 | 2.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Kensington

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Kensington
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction237 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair118 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)355 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,943 (53.2%)2,585 (46.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Kensington are Transportation (218 | 3.9%), Production (216 | 3.9%), and Material Moving (126 | 2.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Kensington

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Kensington
OccupationMaleFemale
Production216 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation187 (85.8%)31 (14.2%)
Material Moving79 (62.7%)47 (37.3%)
Total (Category)482 (86.1%)78 (13.9%)
Total (Overall)2,943 (53.2%)2,585 (46.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Kensington

Employment Industries in Kensington

The major employment industries in Kensington include Retail Trade (934 | 16.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (833 | 15.1%), Educational Services (629 | 11.4%), Manufacturing (573 | 10.4%), and Professional & Scientific (385 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries in Kensington

Employment Industries by Sex in Kensington

The Kensington industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Manufacturing (94.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (78.9%), Educational Services (77.9%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (74.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Kensington
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction169 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing539 (94.1%)34 (5.9%)
Wholesale Trade84 (60.4%)55 (39.6%)
Retail Trade512 (54.8%)422 (45.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing210 (84.0%)40 (16.0%)
Utilities177 (93.6%)12 (6.4%)
Information37 (66.1%)19 (33.9%)
Finance & Insurance161 (43.9%)206 (56.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific223 (57.9%)162 (42.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support142 (85.0%)25 (15.0%)
Educational Services139 (22.1%)490 (77.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance214 (25.7%)619 (74.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation19 (21.1%)71 (78.9%)
Accommodation & Food Services152 (55.7%)121 (44.3%)
Public Administration68 (38.2%)110 (61.8%)
Total2,943 (53.2%)2,585 (46.8%)

Education in Kensington

School Enrollment in Kensington

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,036 students in Kensington are high school (638 | 31.3%), middle school (354 | 17.4%), and elementary school (345 | 16.9%).
School Enrollment in Kensington
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1396.8%
Kindergarten1175.8%
Elementary School34516.9%
Middle School35417.4%
High School63831.3%
College / Undergraduate34516.9%
Graduate / Professional984.8%
Total2,036100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Kensington

Out of a total of 2,036 students who are enrolled in schools in Kensington, 275 (13.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,761 (86.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 89 (75.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 377 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Kensington
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds114 (58.8%)80 (41.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old377 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds470 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds516 (96.6%)18 (3.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds86 (74.8%)29 (25.2%)
20 to 24 Year Olds86 (63.7%)49 (36.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds29 (24.6%)89 (75.4%)
35 Years and over83 (89.2%)10 (10.7%)
Total1,761 (86.5%)275 (13.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Kensington

Business (892 | 26.4%), social sciences (429 | 12.7%), engineering (318 | 9.4%), education (284 | 8.4%), and psychology (246 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 3,383 individuals in Kensington who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Kensington
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics842.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1344.0%
Physical & Health Sciences1103.3%
Psychology2467.3%
Social Sciences42912.7%
Engineering3189.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies150.4%
Science & Technology2136.3%
Business89226.4%
Education2848.4%
Literature & Languages972.9%
Liberal Arts & History1654.9%
Visual & Performing Arts1233.6%
Communications1444.3%
Arts & Humanities1293.8%
Total3,383100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Kensington

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Kensington

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Kensington are males with 2 vehicles (1,575, accounting for 53.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,044, making up 62.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Kensington
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle34 (1.2%)71 (2.8%)
1 Vehicle165 (5.6%)508 (20.0%)
2 Vehicles1,575 (53.7%)1,044 (41.2%)
3 Vehicles830 (28.3%)488 (19.3%)
4 Vehicles329 (11.2%)424 (16.7%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,933 (100.0%)2,535 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Kensington

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Kensington are 20 to 24 minutes (939 commuters, 20.0%), 5 to 9 minutes (916 commuters, 19.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (652 commuters, 13.9%).
Commute Time in Kensington
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1773.8%
5 to 9 Minutes91619.5%
10 to 14 Minutes57612.3%
15 to 19 Minutes65213.9%
20 to 24 Minutes93920.0%
25 to 29 Minutes2525.4%
30 to 34 Minutes48010.2%
35 to 39 Minutes2665.7%
40 to 44 Minutes681.5%
45 to 59 Minutes1853.9%
60 to 89 Minutes1232.6%
90 or more Minutes591.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Kensington

The most common commute times in Kensington are 5 to 9 minutes (513 commuters, 20.6%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (536 commuters, 24.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Kensington
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes177 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes513 (20.6%)403 (18.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes275 (11.0%)301 (13.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes496 (19.9%)156 (7.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes403 (16.2%)536 (24.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes84 (3.4%)168 (7.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes179 (7.2%)301 (13.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes159 (6.4%)107 (4.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes14 (0.6%)54 (2.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes108 (4.3%)77 (3.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes60 (2.4%)63 (2.9%)
90 or more Minutes26 (1.0%)33 (1.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Kensington

The most frequent times of departure to work in Kensington are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (402, 16.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (508, 23.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Kensington
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM94 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM146 (5.9%)18 (0.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM43 (1.7%)97 (4.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM136 (5.4%)94 (4.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM338 (13.6%)194 (8.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM402 (16.1%)508 (23.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM347 (13.9%)294 (13.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM302 (12.1%)416 (18.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM33 (1.3%)95 (4.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM275 (11.0%)193 (8.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM13 (0.5%)88 (4.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)65 (3.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM257 (10.3%)86 (3.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM108 (4.3%)51 (2.3%)
Total2,494 (100.0%)2,199 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Kensington

Occupancy by Ownership in Kensington

Of the total 4,184 dwellings in Kensington, owner-occupied units account for 3,455 (82.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 729 (17.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Kensington
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,45582.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units72917.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,184100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Kensington

Occupancy by Household Size in Kensington
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,14027.3%
2-Person Household1,43534.3%
3-Person Household88521.1%
4+ Person Household72417.3%
Total Housing Units4,184100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Kensington

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Kensington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household813 (71.3%)327 (28.7%)
2-Person Household1,166 (81.2%)269 (18.8%)
3-Person Household807 (91.2%)78 (8.8%)
4+ Person Household669 (92.4%)55 (7.6%)
Total Housing Units3,455 (82.6%)729 (17.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Kensington

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Kensington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School237 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma778 (78.0%)219 (22.0%)
College/Associate Degree839 (78.8%)226 (21.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,601 (84.9%)284 (15.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Kensington

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Kensington
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years47011.2%
35 to 44 Years52412.5%
45 to 54 Years77418.5%
55 to 64 Years96523.1%
65 to 74 Years84920.3%
75 to 84 Years2646.3%
85 Years and Over3388.1%
Total4,184100.0%

Housing Finances in Kensington

Median Income by Occupancy in Kensington

Median Income by Occupancy in Kensington
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,455 (82.6%)$114,401
Renter-Occupied729 (17.4%)$48,750
Average4,184 (100.0%)$99,423

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Kensington

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Kensington
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00043 (1.2%)11 (1.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99930 (0.9%)45 (6.2%)
$10,000 to $14,99912 (0.4%)17 (2.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99940 (1.2%)13 (1.8%)
$20,000 to $24,999122 (3.5%)18 (2.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999155 (4.5%)104 (14.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999139 (4.0%)170 (23.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999334 (9.7%)137 (18.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999623 (18.0%)94 (12.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999927 (26.8%)79 (10.8%)
$150,000 or more1,030 (29.8%)41 (5.6%)
Total3,455 (100.0%)729 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Kensington

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Kensington
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30014 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49927 (0.8%)17 (2.3%)
$500 to $799322 (9.3%)11 (1.5%)
$800 to $999511 (14.8%)55 (7.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499414 (12.0%)376 (51.6%)
$1,500 to $1,999836 (24.2%)222 (30.4%)
$2,000 to $2,499797 (23.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999256 (7.4%)13 (1.8%)
$3,000 or more278 (8.1%)15 (2.1%)
Total3,455 (100.0%)729 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Kensington

Housing Structures in Kensington

Housing Structures in Kensington
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,19976.5%
Single Unit, Attached350.8%
2 Unit Apartments65215.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments320.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments711.7%
10 or more Apartments1954.7%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total4,184100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Kensington

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Kensington
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,988 (93.4%)211 (6.6%)
Single Unit, Attached35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments303 (46.5%)349 (53.5%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments60 (84.5%)11 (15.5%)
10 or more Apartments69 (35.4%)126 (64.6%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,455 (82.6%)729 (17.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Kensington

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Kensington
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)45 (6.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms239 (6.9%)143 (19.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms711 (20.6%)503 (69.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,856 (53.7%)31 (4.3%)
8 or more Rooms649 (18.8%)7 (1.0%)
Total3,455 (100.0%)729 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Kensington

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Kensington
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,598 (75.2%)408 (56.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas33 (1.0%)13 (1.8%)
Electricity170 (4.9%)216 (29.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene606 (17.5%)92 (12.6%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels48 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,455 (100.0%)729 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Kensington

Household Vehicle Usage in Kensington
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle85 (2.5%)62 (8.5%)
1 Vehicle680 (19.7%)308 (42.2%)
2 Vehicles1,700 (49.2%)200 (27.4%)
3 or more Vehicles990 (28.6%)159 (21.8%)
Total3,455 (100.0%)729 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Kensington

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Kensington

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,3322,123
Median Property Value$306,900$282,900
Median Household Income$86,346$676
Monthly Housing Costs$950$278
Real Estate Taxes$6,111$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Kensington

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Kensington
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00014 (1.1%)21 (1.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99912 (0.9%)15 (0.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999601 (45.1%)1,211 (57.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999695 (52.2%)857 (40.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)19 (0.9%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more10 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,332 (100.0%)2,123 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Kensington

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Kensington
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00024 (1.8%)48 (2.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99985 (6.4%)49 (2.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999135 (10.1%)89 (4.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99990 (6.8%)20 (0.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999190 (14.3%)49 (2.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999216 (16.2%)144 (6.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999238 (17.9%)407 (19.2%)
$150,000 or more354 (26.6%)689 (32.5%)
Total1,332 (100.0%)2,123 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Kensington

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Kensington
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x484 (36.3%)117,182 (5,519.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x138 (10.4%)907 (42.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x184 (13.8%)634 (29.9%)
4.0x or more516 (38.7%)143 (6.7%)
Total1,332 (100.0%)2,123 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Kensington

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Kensington
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80029 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)21 (1.0%)
$800 to $1,4991,303 (97.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,332 (100.0%)2,123 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Kensington

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kensington

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kensington
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years555 (91.7%)50 (8.3%)
6 to 18 Years1,394 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years594 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years740 (91.4%)70 (8.6%)
35 to 44 Years1,018 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,204 (98.9%)13 (1.1%)
55 to 64 Years1,502 (98.0%)30 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,419 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older980 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,406 (98.3%)163 (1.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Kensington

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Kensington
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born555 (91.7%)50 (8.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,394 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen594 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Kensington

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Kensington
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000593 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999793 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999872 (97.2%)25 (2.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,594 (99.1%)15 (0.9%)
$100,000 and over5,500 (97.8%)123 (2.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kensington

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kensington
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6264 (43.6%)291 (48.1%)
6 to 18 Years228 (16.4%)1,254 (90.0%)
19 to 25 Years38 (6.4%)556 (93.6%)
25 to 34 Years243 (30.0%)510 (63.0%)
35 to 44 Years104 (10.2%)927 (91.1%)
45 to 54 Years195 (16.0%)1,034 (85.0%)
55 to 64 Years155 (10.1%)1,445 (94.3%)
65 to 74 Years1,347 (94.9%)1,043 (73.5%)
75 Years and over980 (100.0%)811 (82.8%)
Total3,554 (37.1%)7,871 (82.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Kensington

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Kensington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years138 (13.7%)62 (15.5%)
18 to 34 Years22 (3.0%)18 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years163 (8.2%)199 (11.2%)
65 to 74 Years47 (7.1%)166 (22.0%)
75 Years and over282 (83.7%)153 (23.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Kensington

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Kensington: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)45 (11.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years38 (1.9%)99 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years27 (4.1%)17 (2.2%)
75 Years and over237 (70.3%)17 (2.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Kensington: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years83 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)5 (0.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)14 (1.8%)
75 Years and over8 (2.4%)4 (0.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Kensington: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years46 (4.5%)17 (4.3%)
18 to 34 Years22 (3.0%)18 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)68 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years20 (3.0%)37 (4.9%)
75 Years and over35 (10.4%)6 (0.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Kensington: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years13 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years125 (6.3%)39 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years20 (3.0%)149 (19.7%)
75 Years and over83 (24.6%)134 (20.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Kensington: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years13 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years45 (2.3%)27 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)41 (5.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)76 (11.8%)

Technology Access in Kensington

Computing Device Access in Kensington

Computing Device Access in Kensington
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop3,56485.2%
Smartphone3,57485.4%
Tablet2,65363.4%
No Computing Device1232.9%
Total4,184100.0%

Internet Access in Kensington

Internet Access in Kensington
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home3,72389.0%
Cellular Data Only1222.9%
Satellite Internet972.3%
No Internet2906.9%
Total4,184100.0%

Kensington Summary

Kensington, Connecticut is a small town located in the northeast corner of the state, in the town of Berlin. It is bordered by Berlin to the north, New Britain to the east, and Southington to the south and west. The town has a population of approximately 5,000 people, and is part of the greater Hartford metropolitan area.

History

Kensington was first settled in 1720 by a group of settlers from Farmington, Connecticut. The town was originally known as Kensington Parish, and was part of the town of Farmington until 1822, when it was incorporated as its own town. The town was named after the English town of Kensington, which was the birthplace of one of the original settlers.
The town was primarily an agricultural community until the mid-19th century, when the town began to industrialize. The first industry in the town was a cotton mill, which was built in 1845. This was followed by a paper mill in 1848, and a woolen mill in 1851. These industries helped to spur the growth of the town, and by the late 19th century, Kensington had become a thriving industrial center.

Geography

Kensington is located in the northeast corner of Connecticut, in the town of Berlin. It is bordered by Berlin to the north, New Britain to the east, and Southington to the south and west. The town has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of which is land.
The terrain of Kensington is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of town. The town is located in the Connecticut River Valley, and is part of the larger Hartford metropolitan area.

Economy

Kensington’s economy is primarily based on manufacturing and services. The town is home to several large manufacturing companies, including Stanley Black & Decker, which produces power tools and hardware, and Pratt & Whitney, which produces aircraft engines.
The town also has a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services. The town is also home to several educational institutions, including Central Connecticut State University and the University of Connecticut.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Kensington had a population of 5,073 people. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 1.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median household income in Kensington was $68,958, and the median family income was $77,917. The per capita income for the town was $30,945. About 4.3% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.3% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Kensington?
Total Population of Kensington is 9,580.
What is the Total Male Population of Kensington?
Total Male Population of Kensington is 4,944.
What is the Total Female Population of Kensington?
Total Female Population of Kensington is 4,636.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Kensington?
There are 106.64 Males per 100 Females in Kensington.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Kensington?
There are 93.77 Females per 100 Males in Kensington.
What is the Median Population Age in Kensington?
Median Population Age in Kensington is 48.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Kensington
Average Family Size in Kensington is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Kensington
Average Household Size in Kensington is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Kensington?
Per Capita income in Kensington is $49,440.
What is the Median Family Income in Kensington?
Median Family Income in Kensington is $116,061.
What is the Median Household income in Kensington?
Median Household Income in Kensington is $99,423.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Kensington?
Income or Wage Gap in Kensington is 23.3%.
Women in Kensington earn 76.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Kensington?
Inequality or Gini Index in Kensington is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Kensington?
There are 5,656 People in the Labor Forcein in Kensington.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Kensington?
69.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Kensington.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Kensington?
Unemployment Rate in Kensington is 2.2%.