Carrollton, KY

Kentucky

Carrollton is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 3,894. Residents earn $58,788 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,894 Population 1,909/sq mi density
$58,788 Median Income $25,417 per capita
$122,400 Home Value $158,122 Zillow
$862 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
175 Violent Crime/100K 1,696 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$58,788 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,400 home value, $862/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
175 violent crimes/100K (54% below avg)
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,788
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,400
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 175/100K
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $862
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,894
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density1,909/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,788
Per Capita$25,417
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$2,456M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,400
Rent$862
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,122

Crime

F
Violent175/100K
Property1,696/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault125/100K
Burglary349/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+87.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute24 min
Libraries1

Is Carrollton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carrollton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Carrollton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carrollton is $58,788, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carrollton is $122,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $862 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Carrollton is below the national average at 175 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,696 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Carrollton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Carrollton has a population of 3,894 with a density of 1,909 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

3,894
Total Population
1,909
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Carrollton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carrollton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carrollton is $58,788, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Carrollton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,788
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,417
Avg Weekly Wage$1,405
IRS Avg AGI$59,206

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)372
County GDP$2,456M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare24
Retail40
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Carrollton is $122,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $862 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,122.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,122

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$862
26% 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-Occupied37.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.88%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Premature Death14,553/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access49.2%
Healthcare Facilities24
Carrollton has a violent crime rate of 175 per 100,000 residents, 54% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,696 per 100,000 (13% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent174.6/100K
54% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape24.9/100K
Robbery24.9/100K
Assault124.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,696.2/100K
13% below US avg
Burglary349.2/100K
Theft1,197.3/100K
Vehicle Theft149.7/100K
Arson49.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Carrollton has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall20.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density1,909/sq mi
Coordinates38.6796°N, 85.1658°W
County FIPS21041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 51 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+87.5%
School Test Score5.50
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,909/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants26
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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