Kensington, NY

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Kensington Overview

1,445
TOTAL POPULATION
669
MALE POPULATION
776
FEMALE POPULATION
86.21
MALES / 100 FEMALES
115.99
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$93,447
PER CAPITA INCOME
$250,001
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$210,000
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
63.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
36.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
609
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in Kensington

The most populous races in Kensington are White / Caucasian (1,114 | 77.1%), Asian (320 | 22.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (62 | 4.3%).
Race in Kensington
Race# Population% Population
Asian32022.2%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino624.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,11477.1%
Two or more Races110.8%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,445100.0%

Ancestry in Kensington

The most populous ancestries reported in Kensington are Indian (Asian) (296 | 20.5%), Iranian (199 | 13.8%), American (81 | 5.6%), Polish (72 | 5.0%), and Central American (62 | 4.3%), together accounting for 49.1% of all Kensington residents.
Ancestry in Kensington
Ancestry# Population% Population
American815.6%
Arab251.7%
Austrian141.0%
Belgian151.0%
Brazilian50.4%
British110.8%
Canadian110.8%
Central American624.3%
Czechoslovakian50.4%
Eastern European322.2%
European191.3%
Filipino191.3%
French40.3%
German332.3%
Hungarian171.2%
Indian (Asian)29620.5%
Iranian19913.8%
Iraqi50.4%
Irish70.5%
Israeli211.5%
Italian241.7%
Lithuanian90.6%
Moroccan40.3%
Polish725.0%
Russian563.9%
Salvadoran624.3%
Scottish171.2%
Sri Lankan30.2%
Thai60.4%
Turkish50.4%
Ukrainian130.9%
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Immigrants in Kensington

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Kensington came from Asia (357 | 24.7%), Eastern Asia (167 | 11.6%), South Central Asia (160 | 11.1%), Iran (155 | 10.7%), and China (154 | 10.7%), together accounting for 68.7% of all Kensington residents.
Immigrants in Kensington
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa120.8%
Asia35724.7%
Australia30.2%
Belgium100.7%
Brazil40.3%
Canada211.5%
Central America60.4%
China15410.7%
Czechoslovakia20.1%
Eastern Asia16711.6%
Eastern Europe211.5%
El Salvador60.4%
Europe714.9%
France60.4%
Germany151.0%
Hong Kong181.3%
India50.4%
Iran15510.7%
Israel292.0%
Italy80.5%
Korea130.9%
Latin America100.7%
Northern Europe110.8%
Oceania30.2%
Poland130.9%
Scotland40.3%
South Africa120.8%
South America40.3%
South Central Asia16011.1%
South Eastern Asia10.1%
Southern Europe80.5%
Taiwan191.3%
Ukraine60.4%
Vietnam10.1%
Western Asia292.0%
Western Europe312.1%
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Sex and Age in Kensington

Sex and Age in Kensington

The most populous age groups in Kensington are 15 to 19 Years (91 | 13.6%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (96 | 12.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Kensington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (4.2%)71 (9.1%)
5 to 9 Years20 (3.0%)96 (12.4%)
10 to 14 Years36 (5.4%)56 (7.2%)
15 to 19 Years91 (13.6%)14 (1.8%)
20 to 24 Years68 (10.2%)41 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Years21 (3.1%)21 (2.7%)
30 to 34 Years16 (2.4%)18 (2.3%)
35 to 39 Years31 (4.6%)32 (4.1%)
40 to 44 Years36 (5.4%)38 (4.9%)
45 to 49 Years47 (7.0%)55 (7.1%)
50 to 54 Years27 (4.0%)42 (5.4%)
55 to 59 Years22 (3.3%)44 (5.7%)
60 to 64 Years70 (10.5%)60 (7.7%)
65 to 69 Years37 (5.5%)39 (5.0%)
70 to 74 Years35 (5.2%)25 (3.2%)
75 to 79 Years17 (2.5%)54 (7.0%)
80 to 84 Years38 (5.7%)29 (3.7%)
85 Years and over29 (4.3%)41 (5.3%)
Total669 (100.0%)776 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Kensington

Median Family Size in Kensington

Median Family Size in Kensington
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple335 (90.0%)3.72
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother37 (10.0%)2.57
Total Families372 (100.0%)3.60

Median Household Size in Kensington

Median Household Size in Kensington
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple335 (73.1%)3.75
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother37 (8.1%)2.57
Non-family86 (18.8%)1.08
Total Households458 (100.0%)3.16

Household Size by Marriage Status in Kensington

Out of a total of 458 households in Kensington, 372 (81.2%) are family households, while 86 (18.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 138, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 81.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Kensington
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-81 (17.7%)
2-Person Households138 (30.1%)4 (0.9%)
3-Person Households61 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households78 (17.0%)1 (0.2%)
5-Person Households23 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households60 (13.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households12 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total372 (81.2%)86 (18.8%)

Female Fertility in Kensington

Fertility by Age in Kensington

Average fertility rate in Kensington is 114.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 162.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 85.2% 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 years4 (14.8%)50.0
35 to 50 years23 (85.2%)162.0
Total27 (100.0%)114.0

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 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (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 Diploma8 (29.6%)174.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree12 (44.4%)179.0
Graduate Degree7 (25.9%)146.0
Total27 (100.0%)114.0

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 Diploma8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Kensington

Income Overview in Kensington

Per Capita Income in Kensington is $93,447, while median incomes of families and households are $250,001 and $210,000 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,445$93,447
Median Family Income372$250,001
Mean Family Income372$321,202
Median Household Income458$210,000
Mean Household Income458$294,685
Income Deficit372$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,44563.37%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,44536.63¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,4450.51

Earnings by Sex in Kensington

Average Earnings in Kensington are $92,750, $146,250 for men and $53,571 for women, a difference of 63.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Kensington
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male332 (52.2%)$146,250
Female304 (47.8%)$53,571
Total636 (100.0%)$92,750

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Kensington

The most common earnings brackets in Kensington are $100,000+ for men (188 | 56.6%) and $100,000+ for women (113 | 37.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Kensington
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less27 (8.1%)14 (4.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)4 (1.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4991 (0.3%)24 (7.9%)
$7,500 to $9,9995 (1.5%)6 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4991 (0.3%)12 (4.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9993 (0.9%)9 (3.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)12 (4.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)4 (1.3%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9997 (2.1%)10 (3.3%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)7 (2.3%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)12 (4.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9996 (1.8%)1 (0.3%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)17 (5.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99919 (5.7%)11 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)21 (6.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99912 (3.6%)13 (4.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99920 (6.0%)9 (3.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99943 (13.0%)5 (1.6%)
$100,000+188 (56.6%)113 (37.2%)
Total332 (100.0%)304 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Kensington

Average earnings in Kensington are $185,000 for men and $56,042 for women, a difference of 69.7%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $250,001, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $93,375. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $162,639, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $53,516.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Kensington
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$93,375$0
College or Associate's Degree$250,001$0
Bachelor's Degree$202,969$53,516
Graduate Degree$230,500$125,417
Total$185,000$56,042

Family Income in Kensington

Family Income Brackets in Kensington

According to the Kensington family income data, there are 231 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 62.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Kensington
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000297.8%
$10,000 to $14,99992.4%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99941.1%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,999308.1%
$75,000 to $99,999123.2%
$100,000 to $149,9993810.2%
$150,000 to $199,999195.1%
$200,000+23162.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Kensington

3-person families (61 | 16.4%) account for the highest median family income in Kensington with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (138 | 37.1%) have the highest median income of $115,625 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Kensington
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families138 (37.1%)$231,250
3-Person Families61 (16.4%)$250,001
4-Person Families78 (21.0%)$208,750
5-Person Families23 (6.2%)$250,001
6-Person Families66 (17.7%)$250,001
7+ Person Families6 (1.6%)$0
Total372 (100.0%)$250,001

Family Income by Number of Earners in Kensington

Family Income by Number of Earners in Kensington
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners54 (14.5%)$0
1 Earner120 (32.3%)$206,500
2 Earners163 (43.8%)$250,001
3+ Earners35 (9.4%)$250,001
Total372 (100.0%)$250,001

Household Income in Kensington

Household Income Brackets in Kensington

With 249 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Kensington, accounting for 54.4% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (0.9%) fall into the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Kensington
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000327.0%
$10,000 to $14,999102.2%
$15,000 to $24,999132.8%
$25,000 to $34,99940.9%
$35,000 to $49,999132.8%
$50,000 to $74,999408.7%
$75,000 to $99,999153.3%
$100,000 to $149,9995411.8%
$150,000 to $199,999286.1%
$200,000+24954.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Kensington

The median household income in Kensington is $210,000, with the highest median household income of $231,250 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 176 households (38.4%) 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 Years81 (17.7%)$211,719
45 to 64 Years176 (38.4%)$231,250
65+ Years201 (43.9%)$194,063
Total458 (100.0%)$210,000

Poverty in Kensington

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Kensington

With 7.0% poverty level for males and 9.0% for females among the residents of Kensington, 75 year old and over males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 25 males (29.8%) and 12 females (29.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Kensington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years1 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years17 (21.0%)12 (29.3%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (5.1%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)1 (1.4%)
45 to 54 Years1 (1.3%)21 (21.6%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)10 (9.6%)
65 to 74 Years3 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over25 (29.8%)24 (19.4%)
Total47 (7.0%)70 (9.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Kensington

According to the poverty statistics in Kensington, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 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 Years28 (100.0%)71 (100.0%)
5 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years31 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years23 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)
15 Years19 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years58 (98.3%)10 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years64 (79.0%)29 (70.7%)
25 to 34 Years37 (100.0%)37 (94.9%)
35 to 44 Years67 (100.0%)69 (98.6%)
45 to 54 Years73 (98.7%)76 (78.3%)
55 to 64 Years92 (100.0%)94 (90.4%)
65 to 74 Years69 (95.8%)64 (100.0%)
75 Years and over59 (70.2%)100 (80.6%)
Total622 (93.0%)706 (91.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Kensington

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Kensington show that 7.5% or 25 of the total 335 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 14.7%, comprising of 25 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 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 Children145 (85.3%)25 (14.7%)
1 or 2 Children97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total310 (92.5%)25 (7.5%)

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%)13 (39.4%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)17 (46.0%)

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

The poverty data for Kensington shows that 25 of the married-couple family households (7.5%) and 17 of the single-parent households (46.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (14.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Kensington
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children25 (14.7%)13 (39.4%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total25 (7.5%)17 (46.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Kensington

Employment by Class of Employer in Kensington

Among the 578 employed individuals in Kensington, private company employees (314 | 54.3%), self-employed (incorporated) (87 | 15.0%), and not-for-profit organizations (71 | 12.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Kensington
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees31454.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)8715.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)6411.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations7112.3%
Local Government Employees274.7%
State Government Employees152.6%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total578100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Kensington

According to the labor force statistics for Kensington, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,115), 54.6% or 609 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 27 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 92.4% or 61 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 28.9% or 22 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Kensington
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years76 (69.7%)22 (28.9%)
25 to 29 Years32 (76.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years25 (73.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years95 (69.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years133 (77.8%)5 (3.8%)
55 to 59 Years61 (92.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years82 (63.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years67 (49.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over38 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total609 (54.6%)27 (4.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Kensington

According to labor force statistics for Kensington, 73.8% of individuals (428) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (580) are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 5 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 89.3% or 25 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.1% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Kensington
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School25 (89.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma43 (60.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree45 (52.3%)10 (11.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher315 (79.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total428 (73.8%)7 (1.2%)

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 (126 | 21.6%), Community & Social Service (65 | 11.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (65 | 11.2%), Health Technologists (62 | 10.6%), and Business & Financial (58 | 10.0%).
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%), Legal Services & Support (86.4%), and Computers & Mathematics (76.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (66.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Kensington
OccupationMaleFemale
Management56 (44.4%)70 (55.6%)
Business & Financial26 (44.8%)32 (55.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science40 (70.2%)17 (29.8%)
Computers & Mathematics10 (76.9%)3 (23.1%)
Architecture & Engineering18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science12 (46.2%)14 (53.8%)
Community & Social Service 43 (66.1%)22 (33.9%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support38 (86.4%)6 (13.6%)
Education Instruction & Library5 (33.3%)10 (66.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating34 (52.3%)31 (47.7%)
Health Technologists31 (50.0%)31 (50.0%)
Total (Category)199 (53.6%)172 (46.4%)
Total (Overall)292 (50.2%)290 (49.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Kensington are Cleaning & Maintenance (6 | 1.0%), Personal Care & Service (6 | 1.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (1 | 0.2%).
Services Occupations in Kensington

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Kensington
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)292 (50.2%)290 (49.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Kensington are Sales & Related (98 | 16.8%), and Office & Administration (69 | 11.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Kensington

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Kensington
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related54 (55.1%)44 (44.9%)
Office & Administration8 (11.6%)61 (88.4%)
Total (Category)62 (37.1%)105 (62.9%)
Total (Overall)292 (50.2%)290 (49.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Kensington are , and Construction & Extraction (1 | 0.2%).
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 & Extraction1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)292 (50.2%)290 (49.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Kensington are Production (14 | 2.4%), Transportation (10 | 1.7%), and Material Moving (6 | 1.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Kensington

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Kensington
OccupationMaleFemale
Production14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)292 (50.2%)290 (49.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Kensington

Employment Industries in Kensington

The major employment industries in Kensington include Health Care & Social Assistance (109 | 18.7%), Professional & Scientific (104 | 17.9%), Retail Trade (78 | 13.4%), Finance & Insurance (48 | 8.3%), and Educational Services (39 | 6.7%).
Employment Industries in Kensington

Employment Industries by Sex in Kensington

The Kensington industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Construction (87.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Educational Services (87.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Kensington
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction14 (87.5%)2 (12.5%)
Manufacturing18 (58.1%)13 (41.9%)
Wholesale Trade9 (31.0%)20 (69.0%)
Retail Trade47 (60.3%)31 (39.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance29 (60.4%)19 (39.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing3 (14.3%)18 (85.7%)
Professional & Scientific70 (67.3%)34 (32.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support11 (45.8%)13 (54.2%)
Educational Services5 (12.8%)34 (87.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance49 (45.0%)60 (55.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services8 (38.1%)13 (61.9%)
Public Administration6 (35.3%)11 (64.7%)
Total292 (50.2%)290 (49.8%)

Education in Kensington

School Enrollment in Kensington

The most common levels of schooling among the 419 students in Kensington are elementary school (111 | 26.5%), high school (100 | 23.9%), and middle school (84 | 20.1%).
School Enrollment in Kensington
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool358.4%
Kindergarten133.1%
Elementary School11126.5%
Middle School8420.1%
High School10023.9%
College / Undergraduate5212.4%
Graduate / Professional245.7%
Total419100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Kensington

Out of a total of 419 students who are enrolled in schools in Kensington, 183 (43.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 236 (56.3%) 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 9 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 13 (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 Olds18 (41.9%)25 (58.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old52 (44.8%)64 (55.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds55 (59.8%)37 (40.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds72 (78.3%)20 (21.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds17 (37.8%)28 (62.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
35 Years and over9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total236 (56.3%)183 (43.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Kensington

Business (122 | 16.7%), social sciences (92 | 12.6%), literature & languages (69 | 9.4%), education (59 | 8.1%), and bio, nature & agricultural (54 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 732 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 & Mathematics537.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural547.4%
Physical & Health Sciences324.4%
Psychology527.1%
Social Sciences9212.6%
Engineering425.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies71.0%
Science & Technology537.2%
Business12216.7%
Education598.1%
Literature & Languages699.4%
Liberal Arts & History405.5%
Visual & Performing Arts344.6%
Communications202.7%
Arts & Humanities30.4%
Total732100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Kensington

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Kensington

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Kensington are males with 2 vehicles (129, accounting for 44.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (129, making up 45.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Kensington
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)2 (0.7%)
1 Vehicle84 (28.9%)75 (26.1%)
2 Vehicles129 (44.3%)129 (45.0%)
3 Vehicles55 (18.9%)58 (20.2%)
4 Vehicles23 (7.9%)23 (8.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total291 (100.0%)287 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Kensington

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Kensington are 60 to 89 minutes (133 commuters, 31.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (52 commuters, 12.2%), and 15 to 19 minutes (37 commuters, 8.7%).
Commute Time in Kensington
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes81.9%
5 to 9 Minutes5212.2%
10 to 14 Minutes307.0%
15 to 19 Minutes378.7%
20 to 24 Minutes184.2%
25 to 29 Minutes163.8%
30 to 34 Minutes378.7%
35 to 39 Minutes133.0%
40 to 44 Minutes112.6%
45 to 59 Minutes348.0%
60 to 89 Minutes13331.2%
90 or more Minutes378.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Kensington

The most common commute times in Kensington are 60 to 89 minutes (82 commuters, 36.3%) for males and 60 to 89 minutes (51 commuters, 25.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Kensington
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes4 (1.8%)4 (2.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes35 (15.5%)17 (8.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes11 (4.9%)19 (9.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)37 (18.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes4 (1.8%)14 (7.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes16 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes37 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes13 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)11 (5.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes4 (1.8%)30 (15.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes82 (36.3%)51 (25.5%)
90 or more Minutes20 (8.8%)17 (8.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Kensington

The most frequent times of departure to work in Kensington are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (40, 17.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (37, 18.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Kensington
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM8 (3.5%)11 (5.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM7 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM10 (4.4%)13 (6.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM9 (4.0%)8 (4.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM34 (15.0%)37 (18.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM21 (9.3%)26 (13.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM40 (17.7%)20 (10.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM39 (17.3%)24 (12.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM26 (11.5%)28 (14.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM11 (4.9%)20 (10.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (2.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM21 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)9 (4.5%)
Total226 (100.0%)200 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Kensington

Occupancy by Ownership in Kensington

Of the total 458 dwellings in Kensington, owner-occupied units account for 447 (97.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 11 (2.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Kensington
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units44797.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units112.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units458100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Kensington

Occupancy by Household Size in Kensington
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household8117.7%
2-Person Household14231.0%
3-Person Household6113.3%
4+ Person Household17438.0%
Total Housing Units458100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Kensington

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Kensington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household70 (86.4%)11 (13.6%)
2-Person Household142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household174 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units447 (97.6%)11 (2.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Kensington

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Kensington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree54 (94.7%)3 (5.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher343 (97.7%)8 (2.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Kensington

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Kensington
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years132.8%
35 to 44 Years6814.8%
45 to 54 Years7115.5%
55 to 64 Years10522.9%
65 to 74 Years6113.3%
75 to 84 Years8217.9%
85 Years and Over5812.7%
Total458100.0%

Housing Finances in Kensington

Median Income by Occupancy in Kensington

Median Income by Occupancy in Kensington
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied447 (97.6%)$210,288
Renter-Occupied11 (2.4%)$0
Average458 (100.0%)$210,000

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Kensington

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Kensington
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0004 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99925 (5.6%)3 (27.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99910 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9995 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9994 (0.9%)4 (36.4%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99913 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99940 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99954 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more273 (61.1%)4 (36.4%)
Total447 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Kensington

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Kensington
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30019 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79919 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99912 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49918 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9999 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49955 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99945 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more270 (60.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total447 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Kensington

Housing Structures in Kensington

Housing Structures in Kensington
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached36078.6%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments9821.4%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total458100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Kensington

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Kensington
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached353 (98.1%)7 (1.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments94 (95.9%)4 (4.1%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total447 (97.6%)11 (2.4%)

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%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms11 (2.5%)3 (27.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms76 (17.0%)4 (36.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms86 (19.2%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms274 (61.3%)4 (36.4%)
Total447 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Kensington

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Kensington
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas363 (81.2%)7 (63.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas4 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity49 (11.0%)4 (36.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene31 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total447 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Kensington

Household Vehicle Usage in Kensington
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle29 (6.5%)3 (27.3%)
1 Vehicle161 (36.0%)8 (72.7%)
2 Vehicles162 (36.2%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles95 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total447 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Kensington

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Kensington

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units276171
Median Property Value$1,184,200$1,643,400
Median Household Income$195,000$117
Monthly Housing Costs$1,501$168
Real Estate Taxes$10,001$3

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Kensington

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Kensington
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0001 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9991 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9997 (2.5%)7 (4.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99932 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99923 (8.3%)7 (4.1%)
$750,000 to $999,99932 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more180 (65.2%)157 (91.8%)
Total276 (100.0%)171 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Kensington

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Kensington
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00012 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99919 (6.9%)17 (9.9%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99911 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99929 (10.5%)2 (1.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (5.4%)11 (6.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99930 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more156 (56.5%)24 (14.0%)
Total276 (100.0%)171 (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 2.0x18 (6.5%)250,001 (146,199.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x32 (11.6%)19 (11.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x22 (8.0%)10 (5.9%)
4.0x or more204 (73.9%)15 (8.8%)
Total276 (100.0%)171 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Kensington

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Kensington
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80013 (4.7%)4 (2.3%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499252 (91.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total276 (100.0%)171 (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 Years101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years306 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years109 (86.5%)17 (13.5%)
26 to 34 Years60 (93.8%)4 (6.2%)
35 to 44 Years137 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years167 (97.7%)4 (2.3%)
55 to 64 Years190 (96.9%)6 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older208 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,414 (97.9%)31 (2.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Kensington

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Kensington
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen306 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen109 (86.5%)17 (13.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Kensington

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Kensington
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00090 (84.1%)17 (15.9%)
$25,000 to $49,99924 (96.0%)1 (4.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999145 (95.4%)7 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99927 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over1,128 (99.5%)6 (0.5%)

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 60 (0.0%)101 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years14 (4.6%)293 (95.8%)
19 to 25 Years9 (7.1%)100 (79.4%)
25 to 34 Years1 (1.6%)59 (92.2%)
35 to 44 Years1 (0.7%)136 (99.3%)
45 to 54 Years24 (14.0%)143 (83.6%)
55 to 64 Years20 (10.2%)173 (88.3%)
65 to 74 Years127 (93.4%)64 (47.1%)
75 Years and over208 (100.0%)85 (40.9%)
Total404 (28.0%)1,154 (79.9%)

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 Years3 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (7.7%)4 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years11 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over29 (34.5%)51 (41.1%)

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%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years7 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (13.1%)5 (4.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Kensington: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)4 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years8 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Kensington: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Kensington: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years17 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over20 (23.8%)36 (29.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Kensington: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)18 (14.5%)

Technology Access in Kensington

Computing Device Access in Kensington

Computing Device Access in Kensington
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop42292.1%
Smartphone41089.5%
Tablet34174.5%
No Computing Device112.4%
Total458100.0%

Internet Access in Kensington

Internet Access in Kensington
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet20.4%
Broadband Home39987.1%
Cellular Data Only347.4%
Satellite Internet5111.1%
No Internet235.0%
Total458100.0%

Kensington Summary

Kensington is a small hamlet located in the town of Hempstead in Nassau County, New York. It is situated on the south shore of Long Island, approximately 25 miles east of New York City. The hamlet is bordered by the hamlets of Baldwin, Freeport, and Roosevelt. The population of Kensington was 4,845 at the 2010 census.

History

Kensington was originally part of the town of Hempstead, which was established in 1644. The area was first settled by Europeans in the late 1600s, and the hamlet was officially established in 1873. The name Kensington was chosen to honor the Duke of Kensington, who was a friend of the original settlers.
The hamlet was primarily a farming community until the early 1900s, when it began to develop into a residential area. The first post office was established in 1887, and the first school was built in 1895. The hamlet continued to grow throughout the 20th century, and by the 1950s it had become a popular suburban community.

Geography

Kensington is located at 40°38'25"N 73°35'45"W (40.640278, -73.595833). It is situated on the south shore of Long Island, approximately 25 miles east of New York City. The hamlet is bordered by the hamlets of Baldwin, Freeport, and Roosevelt.
The total area of Kensington is 1.2 square miles, all of which is land. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills. The highest point in the hamlet is approximately 50 feet above sea level.

Economy

Kensington is primarily a residential community, and the majority of its residents are employed in the nearby cities of New York and Long Island. The hamlet does have some small businesses, including a few restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 4,845 people, 1,845 households, and 1,323 families residing in Kensington. The population density was 4,037.7 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the hamlet was 57.3% White, 28.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 5.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 5.2% from other races, and 3.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in Kensington was $63,958, and the median income for a family was $76,944. The per capita income for the hamlet was $30,945. About 6.2% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Kensington?
Total Population of Kensington is 1,445.
What is the Total Male Population of Kensington?
Total Male Population of Kensington is 669.
What is the Total Female Population of Kensington?
Total Female Population of Kensington is 776.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Kensington?
There are 86.21 Males per 100 Females in Kensington.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Kensington?
There are 115.99 Females per 100 Males in Kensington.
What is the Median Population Age in Kensington?
Median Population Age in Kensington is 44.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Kensington
Average Family Size in Kensington is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Kensington
Average Household Size in Kensington is 3.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Kensington?
Per Capita income in Kensington is $93,447.
What is the Median Family Income in Kensington?
Median Family Income in Kensington is $250,001.
What is the Median Household income in Kensington?
Median Household Income in Kensington is $210,000.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Kensington?
Income or Wage Gap in Kensington is 63.4%.
Women in Kensington earn 36.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Kensington?
Inequality or Gini Index in Kensington is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in Kensington?
There are 609 People in the Labor Forcein in Kensington.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Kensington?
54.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Kensington.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Kensington?
Unemployment Rate in Kensington is 4.4%.