Bandana, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Bandana is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 215. Residents earn $88,889 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
215 Population 114/sq mi density
$88,889 Median Income $35,521 per capita
$128,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,889 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,889
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $128,700
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population215
Median Age24.2 yrs
Density114/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,889
Per Capita$35,521
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$509M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation355 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries1

Is Bandana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bandana receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Bandana stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bandana is $88,889, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bandana is $128,700, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x 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%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bandana enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bandana has a population of 215 with a density of 114 people per square mile. The median age is 24.2 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

215
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
24.2yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bandana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bandana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bandana is $88,889, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Bandana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,889
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,521
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$58,319

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)198
County GDP$509M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare23
Retail31
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,900
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bandana is $128,700, 54% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,700
54% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,900
11% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death11,124/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access72.4%
Healthcare Facilities23

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Bandana has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation355 ft (108 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates37.1449°N, 88.9421°W
County FIPS17127
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 48.8-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 25.2%

Winner: Republican by 48.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density114/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants28
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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