Barbourmeade, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Barbourmeade is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 1,208. Residents earn $109,800 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,208 Population 3,020/sq mi density
$109,800 Median Income $54,652 per capita
$360,700 Home Value
$2,711 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$109,800 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$360,700 home value, $2,711/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $109,800
46% higher than US avg
Home Value $360,700
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.2%
82% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,711
133% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,208
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density3,020/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$109,800
Per Capita$54,652
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$360,700
Rent$2,711
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation634 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.2%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute19 min
Libraries18

Is Barbourmeade a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barbourmeade receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Barbourmeade stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barbourmeade is $109,800, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places Barbourmeade among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barbourmeade is $360,700, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,711 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Barbourmeade is a highly educated community — 61.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Barbourmeade 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 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Barbourmeade has a population of 1,208 with a density of 3,020 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

1,208
Total Population
3,020
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Barbourmeade vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Barbourmeade vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barbourmeade is $109,800, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Barbourmeade vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$109,800
46% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,652
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,844
County GDP$78,803M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,860
Healthcare2,672
Retail2,571
Manufacturing675

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Work from Home25.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Barbourmeade is $360,700, 28% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,711 (133% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$360,700
28% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$226
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,711
133% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.44%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities2,672

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Safety Score

Barbourmeade has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation634 ft (193 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density3,020/sq mi
Coordinates38.2986°N, 85.6009°W
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 61.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.9%
D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+61.2%
82% above US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,020/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities2,672
Restaurants1,860
Retail Stores2,571

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Work from Home25.6%

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