Berry, KY

Kentucky

Berry is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 184. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
184 Population 708/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $19,001 per capita
$98,100 Home Value $183,753 Zillow
$1,292 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,100 home value, $1,292/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,100
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,292
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.6%
50% higher than US avg

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

People

Population184
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density708/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$19,001
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$710M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,100
Rent$1,292
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,753

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation664 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute43 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries2

Is Berry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berry receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Berry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berry is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berry is $98,100, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,292 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Berry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Berry has a population of 184 with a density of 708 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

184
Total Population
708
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Berry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Berry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berry is $66,000, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Berry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,000
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,001
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$58,151

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.6%
50% above US avg
Establishments (County)428
County GDP$710M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare43
Retail47
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,768
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Berry is $98,100, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,292 (11% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,753.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,100
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$183,753

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,292
11% 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-Occupied81.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,768
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.82%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Premature Death12,273/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access57.0%
Healthcare Facilities43

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Berry has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation664 ft (202 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density708/sq mi
Coordinates38.5184°N, 84.3817°W
County FIPS21097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.5-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.6%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 48.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density708/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants30
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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