Kentucky
Central City is a small city in Kentucky with a population of 5,736. Residents earn $49,025 per year, which is 35% below the national average.
Based on current data, Central City receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Central City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Central City is $49,025, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
The median home value in Central City is $140,700, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $755 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Central City is below the national average at 153 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,020 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.
9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Central City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 95.6% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.4% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,025 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,339 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,050 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,215 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.0% |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 747 |
| County GDP | $1,544M |
| Restaurants | 58 |
| Healthcare | 69 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,375 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.69% |
| Commute Time | 20.0 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $140,700 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $120,309 |
| Census Median Rent | $755 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,375 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.69% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,123/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 69 |
| Total Violent | 153.0/100K |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 85.0/100K |
| Robbery | 17.0/100K |
| Assault | 51.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,020.1/100K |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 51.0/100K |
| Theft | 935.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 34.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.1°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.8 inches |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 417 ft (127 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,082/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.2968°N, 87.1290°W |
| County FIPS | 21177 |
Winner: Republican by 54.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.6% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,082/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.3 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 69 |
| Restaurants | 58 |
| Retail Stores | 109 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Avg Commute | 20.0 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |