Kentucky
Barbourville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 3,181. Residents earn $20,971 per year, which is 72% below the national average.
Based on current data, Barbourville receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Barbourville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Barbourville is $20,971, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 45.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Barbourville is $190,200, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Barbourville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 730 per 100,000, 63% below the national average.
22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Barbourville 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 | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $20,971 |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,044 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $835 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,610 |
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 45.6% |
| 268% 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 | 1.25% |
| Commute Time | 19.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |
| Census Median | $190,200 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $148,745 |
| Census Median Rent | $604 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 44.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,376 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.25% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| Premature Death | 15,275/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 77 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 729.7/100K |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 349.0/100K |
| Theft | 285.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 95.2/100K |
| Arson | 63.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| 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 | 980 ft (299 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,196/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8657°N, 83.8832°W |
| County FIPS | 21121 |
Winner: Republican by 71.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.4% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 1,196/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 77 |
| Restaurants | 39 |
| Retail Stores | 118 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 19.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |