Caneyville, KY

Kentucky

Caneyville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 541. Residents earn $25,938 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
541 Population 328/sq mi density
$25,938 Median Income $20,910 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $149,215 Zillow
$661 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$25,938 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $661/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,938
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $661
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population541
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density328/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,938
Per Capita$20,910
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$997M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$112,500
Rent$661
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$149,215

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Elevation550 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute24 min
Libraries2

Is Caneyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caneyville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Caneyville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caneyville is $25,938, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Caneyville is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $661 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Caneyville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Caneyville has a population of 541 with a density of 328 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).

Population

541
Total Population
328
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Caneyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Caneyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caneyville is $25,938, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Caneyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,938
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,910
Avg Weekly Wage$847
IRS Avg AGI$53,508

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)687
County GDP$997M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare64
Retail95
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,458
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Caneyville is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $661 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $149,215.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$149,215

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$661
43% 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-Occupied62.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,458
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.18%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Premature Death13,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access27.6%
Healthcare Facilities64

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Caneyville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.9 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation550 ft (168 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density328/sq mi
Coordinates37.4230°N, 86.4997°W
County FIPS21085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 18.5%

Winner: Republican by 61.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score5.50
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density328/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants36
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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