Kentucky
Burkesville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 1,407. Residents earn $32,361 per year, which is 57% below the national average.
Based on current data, Burkesville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Burkesville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Burkesville is $32,361, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 22.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Burkesville is $114,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $505 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Burkesville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 656 per 100,000, 67% below the national average.
8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Burkesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 93.9% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.1% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $32,361 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,794 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $930 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,151 |
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.1% |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 188 |
| County GDP | $253M |
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.57% |
| Commute Time | 15.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |
| Census Median | $114,600 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $135,126 |
| Census Median Rent | $505 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.57% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,296/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 7.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 655.7/100K |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 196.7/100K |
| Theft | 327.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 131.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.6 inches |
| 44% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 564 ft (172 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 547/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7901°N, 85.3646°W |
| County FIPS | 21057 |
Winner: Republican by 70.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.4% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 77.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 547/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Retail Stores | 25 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 15.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |