Kentwood is a city in Michigan with about 54,114 residents. Kentwood was founded in 1967 and sits in Kent County. The median age is 34.7 and the median household income is $73,647. Homes carry a median value of $249,000, and about 60% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (54.6%). Around 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 20 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Kentwood — frequently asked
What is the population of Kentwood, Michigan?
Kentwood has a population of about 54,114, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Kentwood?
The median home value in Kentwood is $249,000, and the median gross rent is $1,205/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Kentwood safe? What is the crime rate?
Kentwood Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 515 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Kentwood face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Kent County as "Relatively Moderate" overall, with top hazards including strong wind, cold wave, ice storm.
How many schools are in Kentwood?
Kentwood has 2 public schools (). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Kentwood?
Public registry data lists 8 registered sex offenders in or near Kentwood. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.