Median Income
$71,375
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$156,800
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$848
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.6%
55% lower than US avg
How Bourbon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,816
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density1,579/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,375
Per Capita$30,277
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$2,376M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$156,800
Rent$848
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,541
Health
Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation847 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+93.2%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute20 min
Libraries5
Is Bourbon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bourbon receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bourbon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bourbon is $71,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bourbon is $156,800, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $848 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Bourbon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 54.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Bourbon has a population of 1,816 with a density of 1,579 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 3.1% Hispanic.
Population
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
The median household income in Bourbon is $71,375, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,375 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,277 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $989 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,578 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% |
| 55% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,155 |
| County GDP | $2,376M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 92 |
| Healthcare | 96 |
| Retail | 163 |
| Manufacturing | 138 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,139 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |
The median home value in Bourbon is $156,800, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $848 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,541.
Home Values
| Census Median | $156,800 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $233,541 |
| Median List Price | $197,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $197,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $126 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $848 |
| 27% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,139 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.64% |
In Bourbon, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bourbon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.7% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.2% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.9% |
| Depression | 28.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,237/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 96 |
Crime Rates: Bourbon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Bourbon has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.3 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 54.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 847 ft (258 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,579/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2994°N, 86.1169°W |
| County FIPS | 18099 |