Blue Ridge Manor, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Blue Ridge Manor is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 718. Residents earn $68,281 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
718 Population 3,779/sq mi density
$68,281 Median Income $50,212 per capita
$207,500 Home Value
$1,803 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,281 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$207,500 home value, $1,803/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,281
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $207,500
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.6%
83% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,803
55% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

How Blue Ridge Manor Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population718
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density3,779/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,281
Per Capita$50,212
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,500
Rent$1,803
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation685 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.6%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute21 min
Libraries18

Is Blue Ridge Manor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blue Ridge Manor receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Blue Ridge Manor stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blue Ridge Manor is $68,281, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blue Ridge Manor is $207,500, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,803 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Blue Ridge Manor is a highly educated community — 61.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Blue Ridge Manor 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.

Blue Ridge Manor has a population of 718 with a density of 3,779 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.4%), with 3.3% Black.

Population

718
Total Population
3,779
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Blue Ridge Manor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blue Ridge Manor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blue Ridge Manor is $68,281, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Blue Ridge Manor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,281
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,212
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% 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 Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home20.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Blue Ridge Manor is $207,500, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,803 (55% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,500
26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$159
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,803
55% 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-Occupied83.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.50%

Health Metrics: Blue Ridge Manor vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Crime Rates: Blue Ridge Manor vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Safety Score

Blue Ridge Manor 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

Elevation685 ft (209 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density3,779/sq mi
Coordinates38.2434°N, 85.5647°W
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 61.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% 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+61.6%
83% above US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,779/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities2,672
Restaurants1,860
Retail Stores2,571

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home20.1%

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