Bremen, KY

Kentucky

Bremen is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 299. Residents earn $46,324 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
299 Population 1,424/sq mi density
$46,324 Median Income $30,490 per capita
$128,900 Home Value $118,527 Zillow
$636 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$46,324 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,900 home value, $636/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,324
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,900
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $636
45% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population299
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density1,424/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,324
Per Capita$30,490
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$1,544M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,900
Rent$636
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$118,527
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation454 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Libraries2

Is Bremen a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bremen is $46,324, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bremen is $128,900, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $636 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bremen 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.

Bremen has a population of 299 with a density of 1,424 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).

Population

299
Total Population
1,424
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bremen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bremen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bremen is $46,324, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bremen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,324
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,490
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$54,215

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)747
County GDP$1,544M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare69
Retail109
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,375
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bremen is $128,900, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $636 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $118,527.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,900
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$118,527

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$636
45% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,375
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.84%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.7%
Premature Death12,123/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access61.4%
Healthcare Facilities69

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Bremen 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

Elevation454 ft (138 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,424/sq mi
Coordinates37.3637°N, 87.2222°W
County FIPS21177
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,424/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants58
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Work from Home2.2%

Nearby Cities

Compare Bremen with another city: