Brooksville, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Brooksville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 805. Residents earn $55,625 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
805 Population 1,713/sq mi density
$55,625 Median Income $20,052 per capita
$82,600 Home Value $207,548 Zillow
$708 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$55,625 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,600 home value, $708/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,625
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,600
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $708
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.6%
74% higher than US avg

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

People

Population805
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density1,713/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,625
Per Capita$20,052
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty21.6%
County GDP$219M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,600
Rent$708
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$207,548

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation878 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+81.6%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute36 min
Libraries1

Is Brooksville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brooksville 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, below-average incomes, long commute times. Brooksville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brooksville is $55,625, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 21.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brooksville is $82,600, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $708 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Brooksville 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 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Brooksville has a population of 805 with a density of 1,713 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

805
Total Population
1,713
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.4%
Female 58.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Brooksville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brooksville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brooksville is $55,625, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Brooksville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,625
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,052
Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$55,795

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.6%
74% above US avg
Establishments (County)222
County GDP$219M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare9
Retail17
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,743
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Brooksville is $82,600, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $708 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,548.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,600
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$207,548
Median List Price$125,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$125,000
$/Sq Ft$13
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$708
39% below 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-Occupied73.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,743
22% below US avg
Effective Rate3.32%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Premature Death13,860/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access0.0%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Brooksville 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 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation878 ft (268 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,713/sq mi
Coordinates38.6794°N, 84.0653°W
County FIPS21023
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 16.9%

Winner: Republican by 65.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+81.6%
School Test Score5.50
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,713/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants12
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Work from Home0.7%

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