Briarwood, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Briarwood is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 420. Residents earn $74,375 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
420 Population 4,200/sq mi density
$74,375 Median Income $43,560 per capita
$193,400 Home Value
$1,482 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$74,375 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$193,400 home value, $1,482/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,375
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $193,400
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.3%
64% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,482
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population420
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density4,200/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,375
Per Capita$43,560
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$193,400
Rent$1,482
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation621 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute19 min
Libraries18

Is Briarwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Briarwood receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Briarwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Briarwood is $74,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.2% 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 Briarwood is $193,400, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,482 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Briarwood is a highly educated community — 55.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Briarwood 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.

Briarwood has a population of 420 with a density of 4,200 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 9.8% Black.

Population

420
Total Population
4,200
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Briarwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Briarwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Briarwood is $74,375, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Briarwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,375
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,560
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% 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 Rate2.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Briarwood is $193,400, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,482 (27% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,400
31% below US avg
Median List Price$279,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$279,900
$/Sq Ft$211
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio101.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,482
27% 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-Occupied88.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.68%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Safety Score

Briarwood 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

Elevation621 ft (189 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density4,200/sq mi
Coordinates38.2781°N, 85.5925°W
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 55.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% 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+55.3%
64% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,200/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Work from Home11.9%

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