Auxier, KY

Kentucky

Auxier is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 795. Residents earn $113,565 per year, which is 51% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
795 Population 855/sq mi density
$113,565 Median Income $59,589 per capita
$116,000 Home Value $82,922 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$113,565 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,000 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,565
51% higher than US avg
Home Value $116,000
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population795
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density855/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$113,565
Per Capita$59,589
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$619M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$82,922

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Elevation806 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute19 min
Libraries2

Is Auxier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Auxier receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Auxier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Auxier is $113,565, which is significantly higher than the national average — 51% above $75,149. This places Auxier among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Auxier is $116,000, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Auxier experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Auxier has a population of 795 with a density of 855 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

795
Total Population
855
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Auxier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Auxier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Auxier is $113,565, which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Auxier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,565
51% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,589
Avg Weekly Wage$825
IRS Avg AGI$55,978

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)640
County GDP$619M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare47
Retail84
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,914
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Auxier is $116,000, 59% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $82,922.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,000
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$82,922

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-Occupied92.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,914
17% below US avg
Effective Rate2.51%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Premature Death16,084/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access60.1%
Healthcare Facilities47

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Auxier has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.2 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation806 ft (246 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density855/sq mi
Coordinates37.7350°N, 82.7676°W
County FIPS21115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 70.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score5.50
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density855/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants34
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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