Kentwood city, Michigan
Kentwood city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Kentwood city is a geographic entity located in Kent County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 54,776. The land area covers 20.91 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 54,776 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 21,245 | ±663 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 22,322 | ±645 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 21,245 | ±663 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,077 | ±284 |
| Median Home Value | $268,200 | ±$7,983 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,260 | ±$61 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,373 | ±$5,045 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,116 | ±$1,857 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.4% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,578 | ±1,339 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 28,549 | ±973 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.1% | ±2.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 54,768 (2024)
ID: 166713
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR
4900 BRETON RD SE, KENTWOOD MI 49508-8423
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GUS Population: 673,002 (2024)
ID: 166593
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR/CONTROLLER
300 MONROE AVE NW, UNIT 1, GRAND RAPIDS MI 49503-2206
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | GRAND RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | HUDSONVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | GRAND RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | ADA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | ADA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | GRAND RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | COMSTOCK PARK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ALTO, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | HUDSONVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | HUDSONVILLE, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mosley School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 0.6 mi away | 4454 Breton Road SE, Kentwood, MI, 49508-5272 |
6162483335
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KENTWOOD BRANCH
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 4950 BRETON ROAD SE, KENTWOOD, MI, 49508 |
(616) 784-2007
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Ross Medical Education Center-Kentwood
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College Vocational | 0.7 mi away | 4528 Breton S.E., Kentwood, MI, 49508-5271 |
6166983075
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KELLOGGSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 4787 DIVISION AVE S., GRAND RAPIDS, MI, 49548 |
(616) 784-2007
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Paul Mitchell the School-Grand Rapids
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College Vocational | 1.8 mi away | 2855 29th Street SE Suite B, Kentwood, MI, 49512-1781 |
6169757778
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SEYMOUR BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 2350 EASTERN AVENUE SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI, 49507 |
(616) 988-5413
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Calvin Theological Seminary
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College | 3.0 mi away | 3233 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546-4387 |
6169576036
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GAINES TOWNSHIP LIBRARY/CUTLERVILLE
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 421 68TH STREET SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI, 49548 |
(616) 784-2007
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Calvin University
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College | 3.1 mi away | 3201 Burton Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546 |
6165266000
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EAST GRAND RAPIDS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 746 LAKESIDE DRIVE SE, EAST GRAND RAPIDS, MI, 49506 |
(616) 784-2007
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NWSFO GRAND RAPIDS, MI US, located 2.5 miles from Kentwood city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.3° | 16.6° | 23.5° | 2.51" | — |
| February | 33.3° | 17.9° | 25.6° | 2.12" | — |
| March | 43.7° | 25.4° | 34.6° | 2.45" | — |
| April | 57.4° | 35.8° | 46.6° | 3.94" | — |
| May | 70.0° | 47.5° | 58.8° | 3.97" | — |
| June | 78.2° | 57.3° | 67.8° | 3.92" | — |
| July | 81.9° | 61.8° | 71.9° | 3.76" | — |
| August | 79.8° | 60.1° | 70.0° | 3.56" | — |
| September | 73.0° | 51.9° | 62.5° | 3.42" | — |
| October | 60.0° | 40.8° | 50.4° | 3.93" | — |
| November | 46.7° | 31.7° | 39.2° | 3.13" | — |
| December | 35.3° | 23.6° | 29.5° | 2.52" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kentwood city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| East Grand Rapids city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Cutlerville CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Wyoming city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Grand Rapids city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Caledonia village | Village | 7.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2608142820. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.