Kenilworth, NJ
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Kenilworth, New Jersey Summary
Life in Kenilworth research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Kenilworth over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Kenilworth:
The population in Kenilworth is 8,377.
The median home value in Kenilworth is $384,700.
The median income in Kenilworth is $107,316.
The cost of living in Kenilworth is 129 which is 1.3x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Kenilworth is $1,758.
The unemployment rate in Kenilworth is 9.1%.
The poverty rate in Kenilworth is 8.3%.
Table Of Contents
Kenilworth SnackAbility
8.5
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
8/10
Housing
9
Affordability
6
Diversity
9
Safety
8.5
Amenities
8.5
Education
8
Commute
6
Kenilworth, NJ Crime Report
100
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
1,173.7
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
-49.97%
Below National Average
Below National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Kenilworth / 100k People |
New Jersey / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 100 | 1,173.7 | 1,353.6 | 2,346.0 |
| Violent Crime | 7 | 82.2 | 195.4 | 387.8 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 3.7 | 6.5 |
| Robbery | 1 | 11.7 | 49.4 | 73.9 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | 23.5 | 127.9 | 279.7 |
| Property Crime | 93 | 1,091.5 | 1,158.2 | 1,958.2 |
| Burglary | 3 | 35.2 | 146.2 | 314.2 |
| Larceny | 72 | 845.1 | 896.3 | 1,398.0 |
| Car Theft | 18 | 211.3 | 115.7 | 246.0 |
Kenilworth, NJ Cost Of Living
129
Kenilworth's Overall Cost Of Living
Kenilworth's Overall Cost Of Living
1.3x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Kenilworth | New Jersey | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 129 | 121 | 100 | |
| Services | 115 | 107 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 108 | 107 | 100 | |
| Health | 98 | 100 | 100 | |
| Housing | 174 | 160 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 109 | 106 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 104 | 98 | 100 | |
Kenilworth, NJ Photos
Rankings for Kenilworth in New Jersey
Map Of Kenilworth, NJ
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Population over time in Kenilworth
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 8,182 | 0.3% |
| 2020 | 8,160 | -0.9% |
| 2019 | 8,235 | 1.3% |
| 2018 | 8,129 | 0.3% |
| 2017 | 8,104 | 0.7% |
| 2016 | 8,045 | 0.9% |
| 2015 | 7,977 | 0.9% |
| 2014 | 7,907 | 0.7% |
| 2013 | 7,852 | 0.5% |
| 2012 | 7,810 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Kenilworth
| Race | Kenilworth | NJ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 57.8% | 53.8% | 59.4% |
| African American | 5.4% | 12.5% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 2.7% | 9.7% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 4.1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 1.1% | 2.4% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 28.8% | 20.8% | 18.4% |
Gender in Kenilworth
| Gender | Kenilworth | NJ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 50.8% | 50.5% |
| Male | 45.9% | 49.2% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Kenilworth for adults over 25
| Education | Kenilworth | NJ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 6.0% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 26.0% | 26.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 20.0% | 16.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 22.0% | 25.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 9.0% | 12.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Kenilworth, New Jersey
| Income | Kenilworth | NJ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.5% | 4.3% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.6% | 3.2% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5.4% | 6.1% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.3% | 6.2% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1.5% | 8.7% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13.1% | 13.9% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.3% | 12.1% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 29.6% | 17.9% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15.2% | 10.9% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 8.5% | 16.6% | 9.5% |
