Kentucky · Metropolitan Area
Beech Grove is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 180. Residents earn $145,121 per year, which is 93% above the national average.
Based on current data, Beech Grove receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Beech Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Beech Grove is $145,121, which is significantly higher than the national average — 93% above $75,149. This places Beech Grove among higher-income communities. At 32.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
The median home value in Beech Grove is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
29.8% 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.
Beech Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $145,121 |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,344 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $847 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,508 |
| Unemployment | 32.7% |
| 808% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 248 |
| County GDP | $345M |
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,100 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.53% |
| Work from Home | 52.5% |
| Census Median | $137,500 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,100 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.53% |
| Insurance Rate | 74.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,600/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 1.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Annual Average | 57.2°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 524 ft (160 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 97/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6213°N, 87.3873°W |
| County FIPS | 21149 |
Winner: Republican by 55.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.8% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 97/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.9 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 68.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Retail Stores | 34 |
| Work from Home | 52.5% |