Kensington, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
5,292 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
81.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$209,137 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,412,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,035 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$3,501 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Contra Costa County
4
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont Metro Area
5
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Contra Costa County
6
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont Metro Area
7
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 49
Feb 6 0 52
Mar 4 0 55
Apr 2 0 57
May 1 0 62
Jun 0 0 66
Jul 0 0 69
Aug 0 0 69
Sep 0 0 68
Oct 2 0 63
Nov 4 0 55
Dec 6 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 31% leaning right.

Liberal (64%) (32%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 23%
Hillary Clinton 70%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, CA State Senate District 7, CA Assembly District 14, CA
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Schools

Harding Elementary
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
El Cerrito High
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Albany High
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Kensington Elementary
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

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Airports

San Francisco International Airport
20 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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