Barlow, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Barlow is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 508. Residents earn $30,069 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
508 Population 924/sq mi density
$30,069 Median Income $20,682 per capita
$80,700 Home Value $120,110 Zillow
$579 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$30,069 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,700 home value, $579/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,069
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,700
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $579
50% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.0%
158% higher than US avg

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

People

Population508
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density924/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

C
Median Income$30,069
Per Capita$20,682
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty32.0%
County GDP$354M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,700
Rent$579
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,110

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation374 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute21 min
Libraries1

Is Barlow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barlow receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Barlow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barlow is $30,069, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 32.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barlow is $80,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $579 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Barlow 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 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Barlow has a population of 508 with a density of 924 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 6.1% Black.

Population

508
Total Population
924
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Barlow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Barlow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barlow is $30,069, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Barlow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,069
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,682
Avg Weekly Wage$1,230
IRS Avg AGI$60,655

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.0%
158% above US avg
Establishments (County)229
County GDP$354M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare11
Retail27
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,883
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Barlow is $80,700, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $579 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,110.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,700
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$120,110

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$579
50% below 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-Occupied54.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,883
46% below US avg
Effective Rate2.33%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Premature Death12,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access33.4%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Barlow 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 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density924/sq mi
Coordinates37.0508°N, 89.0450°W
County FIPS21007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density924/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants11
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Work from Home1.5%

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