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New Kensington, PA

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Population
11,759
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
792 ft
Median Home Value
$142,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$751/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$49,063
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in PennsylvaniaPopulation rankingHighest population places in PennsylvaniaNearest larger communityPlum, Pennsylvania4.9 miles away · 26,225 residents.

About New Kensington

New Kensington is a city in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, situated along the Allegheny River. Historically home to Fort Crawford, built in 1777 near Pucketa Creek, the industrial community of approximately 12,011 is home to a Penn State branch campus. Public education for local students is administered by the New Kensington-Arnold School District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.4rating

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