Beech Grove, KY

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.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
180 Population 97/sq mi density
$145,121 Median Income $36,344 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$145,121 median income, 32.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $145,121
93% higher than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.8%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 32.7%
808% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population180
Median Age28.4 yrs
Density97/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$145,121
Per Capita$36,344
Unemployment32.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$345M

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation524 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
CommuteN/A
Broadband68.0%
Libraries2

Is Beech Grove a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Beech Grove has a population of 180 with a density of 97 people per square mile. The median age is 28.4 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

180
Total Population
97
People / sq mi
28.4yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Beech Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Beech Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beech Grove is $145,121, which is 93% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 32.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Beech Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$145,121
93% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,344
Avg Weekly Wage$847
IRS Avg AGI$61,508

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment32.7%
808% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)248
County GDP$345M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare13
Retail34
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,100
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home52.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Beech Grove is $137,500, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% 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)$2,100
40% below US avg
Effective Rate1.53%

Health Metrics: Beech Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.2%
Premature Death8,600/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access1.5%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Beech Grove has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation524 ft (160 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density97/sq mi
Coordinates37.6213°N, 87.3873°W
County FIPS21149
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.9-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 55.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.8%
12% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.50
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density97/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants12
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home52.5%

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