Kentucky
Artemus is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 587. Residents earn $25,179 per year, which is 66% below the national average.
Based on current data, Artemus receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Artemus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Artemus is $25,179, 66% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 32.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
The median home value in Artemus is $87,300, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Artemus enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $25,179 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $14,785 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $835 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,610 |
| Unemployment | 15.0% |
| 317% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 32.1% |
| 159% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 622 |
| County GDP | $837M |
| Restaurants | 39 |
| Healthcare | 77 |
| Retail | 118 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,376 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.72% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $87,300 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,376 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.72% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.4% |
| Premature Death | 15,275/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 77 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.8 inches |
| 42% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,218 ft (371 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 435/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8375°N, 83.8400°W |
| County FIPS | 21121 |
Winner: Republican by 71.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 435/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 77 |
| Restaurants | 39 |
| Retail Stores | 118 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |