Kensington is a cdp located in Contra Costa County, in the state of California (CA), United States. Nestled in the Pacific division of the West region, it covers an area of 1.2 square miles (3.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 600 ft. With a population of approximately 4,936 residents, Kensington offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.35% males and 52.65% females, and it has a population density of N/A (N/A). Kensington lies at a latitude of 37.91 and a longitude of -122.28, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (16.1%), German (14%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 94708.