Burkesville, KY

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.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,407 Population 547/sq mi density
$32,361 Median Income $23,794 per capita
$114,600 Home Value $135,126 Zillow
$505 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$32,361 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$114,600 home value, $505/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,361
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,600
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $505
57% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.1%
78% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,407
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density547/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,361
Per Capita$23,794
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty22.1%
County GDP$253M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,600
Rent$505
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,126

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property656/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary197/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Elevation564 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+77.6%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute16 min
Libraries2

Is Burkesville a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Burkesville has a population of 1,407 with a density of 547 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 6.1% Black.

Population

1,407
Total Population
547
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.9%
Female 61.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Burkesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burkesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burkesville is $32,361, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Burkesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,361
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,794
Avg Weekly Wage$930
IRS Avg AGI$48,151

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.1%
78% above US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$253M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare10
Retail25
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Burkesville is $114,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $505 (57% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,126.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,600
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,126

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$505
57% 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-Occupied52.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg
Effective Rate1.57%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Premature Death10,296/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities10
Burkesville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 656 per 100,000 (67% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property655.7/100K
67% below US avg
Burglary196.7/100K
Theft327.9/100K
Vehicle Theft131.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Burkesville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.6 inches
44% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density547/sq mi
Coordinates36.7901°N, 85.3646°W
County FIPS21057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 70.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+77.6%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density547/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants14
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Work from Home3.5%

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