What are the schools like in Kenwood, OH?

Kenwood is served primarily by Deer Park Community City. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.0:1.

What is the median household income in Kenwood?

The median household income in Kenwood, OH is $103,297 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.7%.

What is the weather like in Kenwood, OH?

Kenwood has an average high temperature of 39.3°F in January and 86.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 14.4 inches.

Kenwood, OH Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Kenwood, OH affordable or expensive?

Kenwood's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Kenwood is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $309,700 and the median rent is $1,812 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Kenwood, OH?

Kenwood has a violent crime rate of 413.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2160.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Kenwood, OH a Good Place to Live?

Kenwood is a small town of 8,287 in Ohio, with a median household income of $103,297 and a 5.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Kenwood stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Kenwood is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Kenwood city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 94.1

Kenwood's overall cost of living index is 94.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Kenwood costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Kenwood, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$309,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,812	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	65.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$103,297	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Kenwood's violent crime rate is 413.5 per 100,000 residents — 9% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

413.5 /100k

Property Crime

2160.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Kenwood is served primarily by Deer Park Community City. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Kenwood, OH	National Avg
School District	Deer Park Community City	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	65.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Kenwood sees average highs of 39.3°F in January and 86.8°F in July, with 43.4 inches of annual precipitation and 14.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Kenwood, OH
Average High — January	39.3°F
Average High — July	86.8°F
Annual Precipitation	43.4"
Annual Snowfall	14.4"

Demographics

Metric	Kenwood, OH	National Avg
Population	8,287	—
Median Age	42.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	69.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	8.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	11.0%	18.9%
Asian	8.3%	6.3%
Under 18	21.3%	22.2%
65 and over	24.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Rossmoyne, OH 1 mi Concorde Hills, OH 1 mi Deer Park, OH 1 mi Madeira, OH 2 mi Dillonvale, OH 2 mi

ZIP Codes in Kenwood

Kenwood, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code:

45236

Kenwood vs Other Cities

Kenwood, OH vs Rossmoyne, OH Kenwood, OH vs Concorde Hills, OH Kenwood, OH vs Deer Park, OH Kenwood, OH vs Madeira, OH Kenwood, OH vs Dillonvale, OH

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenwood, OH affordable or expensive?

Kenwood's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Kenwood roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $309,700 and median rent is $1,812/month.

What is the crime rate in Kenwood, OH?

Kenwood's violent crime rate is 413.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2160.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Kenwood?

Public schools in Kenwood are operated by Deer Park Community City. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.0:1. 65.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Kenwood, OH a good place to live?

Kenwood, OH has a population of 8,287, a median household income of $103,297, and an unemployment rate of 5.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Kenwood?

Kenwood averages 39.3°F in January and 86.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.4 inches with about 14.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Kenwood?

Kenwood, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code: 45236.

What is the population of Kenwood?

The population of Kenwood, Ohio is 8,287 with a median age of 42.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Kenwood?

Key numbers for living in Kenwood: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $309,700, median household income $103,297, crime index 106 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Kenwood side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.