Coldiron, KY

Kentucky

Coldiron is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 247. Residents earn $57,011 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
247 Population 1,123/sq mi density
$57,011 Median Income $19,512 per capita
$83,700 Home Value $70,482 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$57,011 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,700 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,011
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,700
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.6%
115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population247
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density1,123/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,011
Per Capita$19,512
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.6%
County GDP$760M

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$70,482

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Elevation1,119 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+85.3%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 12%
CommuteN/A
Broadband79.0%
Libraries4

Is Coldiron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coldiron 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. Coldiron offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coldiron is $57,011, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coldiron is $83,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Coldiron enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Coldiron has a population of 247 with a density of 1,123 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 8.9% Hispanic.

Population

247
Total Population
1,123
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Coldiron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Coldiron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coldiron is $57,011, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Coldiron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,011
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,512
Avg Weekly Wage$855
IRS Avg AGI$43,821

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.6%
115% above US avg
Establishments (County)525
County GDP$760M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare45
Retail86
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,525
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.02%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Coldiron is $83,700, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $70,482.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,700
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$70,482

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,525
28% below US avg
Effective Rate3.02%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Premature Death20,677/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access59.7%
Healthcare Facilities45

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Coldiron has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,119 ft (341 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,123/sq mi
Coordinates36.8283°N, 83.4529°W
County FIPS21095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.2-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.7%
D 11.6%

Winner: Republican by 76.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+85.3%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,123/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants37
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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