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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 91.7% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.3% |
| 38% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $58,788 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,417 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,405 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,206 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.8% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 372 |
| County GDP | $2,456M |
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,300 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.88% |
| Commute Time | 24.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $122,400 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $158,122 |
| Census Median Rent | $862 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 37.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,300 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.88% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.9% |
| Premature Death | 14,553/100K |
| Exercise Access | 49.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
| Total Violent | 174.6/100K |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 24.9/100K |
| Robbery | 24.9/100K |
| Assault | 124.7/100K |
| Total Property | 1,696.2/100K |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 349.2/100K |
| Theft | 1,197.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 149.7/100K |
| Arson | 49.9/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.5 inches |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 20.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,909/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6796°N, 85.1658°W |
| County FIPS | 21041 |
Winner: Republican by 51 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 2.1% |
| 94% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,909/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Retail Stores | 40 |
| Avg Commute | 24.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |