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Kensington

It is located outside the Capital Beltway around the Rock Creek basin, offering respite from District’s swampy summers.

Welcome to Kensington

It is a quaint town in southern Montgomery County, celebrated for its Victorian charm, lively downtown, and active arts scene. 
 
Residents frequent the Antique Row district, enjoy concerts at Howard Avenue Park, and explore weekend farmers' markets. The town's calendar features the annual Labor Day Parade and Kensington Day festival, fostering a strong sense of community. Historic homes, tree-shaded streets, and neighborhood parks create a welcoming atmosphere, while excellent schools and convenient MARC rail access appeal to families and professionals.
 
Kensington's mix of tradition, creativity, and walkability offers small-town living just minutes from Bethesda and Washington, D.C.
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Overview for Kensington, MD

19,042 people live in Kensington, where the median age is 41.9 and the average individual income is $80,692. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

19,042

Total Population

41.9 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$80,692

Average individual Income

Around Kensington, MD

There's plenty to do around Kensington, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

91
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
59
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Stonyman Gourmet Farmer, Vaccaro's Desserts, and Pure Panic.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $$ 3.25 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.12 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 3.67 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 3.81 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.42 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.78 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Kensington, MD

Kensington has 6,944 households, with an average household size of 2.7. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Kensington do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 19,042 people call Kensington home. The population density is 4,673.98 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

19,042

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.9

Median Age

50.21 / 49.79%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
6,944

Total Households

2.7

Average Household Size

$80,692

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes
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