Bellemeade, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Bellemeade is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 889. Residents earn $119,792 per year, which is 59% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
889 Population 3,066/sq mi density
$119,792 Median Income $59,352 per capita
$336,800 Home Value
$1,625 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$119,792 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$336,800 home value, $1,625/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $119,792
59% higher than US avg
Home Value $336,800
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.7%
62% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,625
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population889
Median Age54.6 yrs
Density3,066/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$119,792
Per Capita$59,352
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$336,800
Rent$1,625
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation600 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.7%
High School+99.1%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute19 min
Libraries18

Is Bellemeade a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bellemeade is $119,792, which is significantly higher than the national average — 59% above $75,149. This places Bellemeade among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 0.0% 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 Bellemeade is $336,800, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,625 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Bellemeade is a highly educated community — 54.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bellemeade 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.

Bellemeade has a population of 889 with a density of 3,066 people per square mile. The median age is 54.6 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

889
Total Population
3,066
People / sq mi
54.6yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Bellemeade vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bellemeade vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bellemeade is $119,792, which is 59% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Bellemeade vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$119,792
59% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,352
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate1.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bellemeade is $336,800, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,625 (40% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$336,800
19% above US avg
Median List Price$315,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$315,000
$/Sq Ft$192
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.1%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,625
40% 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-Occupied88.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.54%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Safety Score

Bellemeade 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

Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density3,066/sq mi
Coordinates38.2510°N, 85.5910°W
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 54.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% 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+54.7%
62% above US avg
High School+99.1%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,066/sq mi
Total Area0.3 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 Home20.0%

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