Allensville, KY

Kentucky

Allensville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 199. Residents earn $51,000 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
199 Population 175/sq mi density
$51,000 Median Income $28,631 per capita
$121,400 Home Value $237,495 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$51,000 median income, 14.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,400 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,000
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,400
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.0%
289% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Allensville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population199
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,000
Per Capita$28,631
Unemployment14.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$569M

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$237,495

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation565 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+66.4%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
CommuteN/A
Broadband73.0%
Libraries2

Is Allensville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Allensville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Allensville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Allensville is $51,000, 32% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Allensville is $121,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Allensville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Allensville has a population of 199 with a density of 175 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 4% Black.

Population

199
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Allensville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Allensville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Allensville is $51,000, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Allensville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,000
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,631
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$60,227

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.0%
289% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)323
County GDP$569M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare15
Retail44
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,879
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Allensville is $121,400, 57% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $237,495.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$237,495

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,879
46% below US avg
Effective Rate1.55%

Health Metrics: Allensville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death11,430/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access33.7%
Healthcare Facilities15

Crime Rates: Allensville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Allensville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation565 ft (172 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates36.7170°N, 87.0686°W
County FIPS21219
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.9-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+66.4%
School Test Score5.50
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density175/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants11
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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