Corinth, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Corinth is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 254. Residents earn $63,125 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
254 Population 120/sq mi density
$63,125 Median Income $33,400 per capita
$161,300 Home Value $151,197 Zillow
$496 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$63,125 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,300 home value, $496/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,125
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,300
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $496
57% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population254
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density120/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,125
Per Capita$33,400
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$784M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,300
Rent$496
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,197
Rent Burden23.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation943 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+73.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute33 min
Broadband75.6%
Libraries1

Is Corinth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Corinth receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Corinth stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Corinth is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Corinth is $161,300, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $496 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Corinth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Corinth has a population of 254 with a density of 120 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

254
Total Population
120
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Corinth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Corinth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Corinth is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Corinth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,125
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,400
Avg Weekly Wage$1,003
IRS Avg AGI$60,681

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)629
County GDP$784M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare43
Retail76
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Corinth is $161,300, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $496 (57% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,197.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,300
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,197

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$496
57% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.01%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Premature Death12,411/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access62.6%
Healthcare Facilities43

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Corinth has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation943 ft (287 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density120/sq mi
Coordinates38.4996°N, 84.6082°W
County FIPS21081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.8-point margin. 75.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.7%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+73.5%
School Test Score5.50
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density120/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants46
Retail Stores76

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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