Artemus, KY

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.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
587 Population 435/sq mi density
$25,179 Median Income $14,785 per capita
$87,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.1 / 5.0
$25,179 median income, 15.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$87,300 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,179
66% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,300
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.0%
317% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.1%
159% higher than US avg

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

People

Population587
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density435/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

F
Median Income$25,179
Per Capita$14,785
Unemployment15.0%
Poverty32.1%
County GDP$837M

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.8 in/yr
Elevation1,218 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+83.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2

Is Artemus a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Artemus has a population of 587 with a density of 435 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

587
Total Population
435
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.4%
Female 35.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Artemus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Artemus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Artemus is $25,179, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Artemus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,179
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,785
Avg Weekly Wage$835
IRS Avg AGI$46,610

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.0%
317% above US avg
Poverty Rate32.1%
159% above US avg
Establishments (County)622
County GDP$837M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare77
Retail118
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,376
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Artemus is $87,300, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,300
69% below US avg

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-Occupied72.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,376
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.72%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Premature Death15,275/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities77

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Artemus has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.8 inches
42% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,218 ft (371 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density435/sq mi
Coordinates36.8375°N, 83.8400°W
County FIPS21121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 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 71.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score5.50
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density435/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities77
Restaurants39
Retail Stores118

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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