Kensington, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
2,248 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
76.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$149,698 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$919,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,081 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,105 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
2
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
Maryland
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
3
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
Maryland
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 32
Feb 2 4 35
Mar 4 2 44
Apr 3 0 53
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 2 0 76
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 1 46
Dec 2 2 37

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 65% of residents leaning left and 30% leaning right.

Liberal (66%) (30%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 19%
Hillary Clinton 73%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MD State Senate District 18, MD State Legislative District 18, MD
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Schools

Albert Einstein High
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Holy Cross Hospital
2 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Suburban Hospital
3 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

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