Campton, KY

Kentucky

Campton is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 251. Residents earn $25,714 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
251 Population 251/sq mi density
$25,714 Median Income $12,166 per capita
N/A Home Value $131,874 Zillow
$550 Median Rent 33.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$25,714 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$550/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,714
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.0%
182% higher than US avg

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

People

Population251
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density251/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans0.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,714
Per Capita$12,166
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty35.0%
County GDP$157M
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$131,874
Rent Burden33.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation969 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+80.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute30 min
Broadband67.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Campton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Campton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Campton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Campton is $25,714, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 35.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Campton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches, including 16.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Campton has a population of 251 with a density of 251 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

251
Total Population
251
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Campton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Campton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Campton is $25,714, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Campton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,714
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,166
Avg Weekly Wage$753
IRS Avg AGI$48,724

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.0%
182% above US avg
Establishments (County)189
County GDP$157M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare17
Retail22
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone96.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,874.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$131,874

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% below US avg
Rent Burden33.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.3%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death22,193/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access31.6%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Campton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall16.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation969 ft (295 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density251/sq mi
Coordinates37.7352°N, 83.5472°W
County FIPS21237
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.6-point margin. 67.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.2%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+80.5%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density251/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants11
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone96.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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