Kentucky
Corydon is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 683. Residents earn $55,655 per year, which is 26% below the national average.
Based on current data, Corydon receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Corydon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Corydon is $55,655, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 20.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Corydon is $128,800, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Corydon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,655 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,718 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,073 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,800 |
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.3% |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,442 |
| County GDP | $2,756M |
| Restaurants | 80 |
| Healthcare | 139 |
| Retail | 150 |
| Manufacturing | 68 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,441 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.67% |
| Commute Time | 22.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
| Census Median | $128,800 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $195,382 |
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $94 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.8% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Census Median Rent | $704 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 77.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,441 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.67% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,101/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 139 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Annual Average | 57.1°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.0 inches |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 12.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 447 ft (136 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,265/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.7396°N, 87.7067°W |
| County FIPS | 21101 |
Winner: Republican by 29.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.1% |
| 76% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,265/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 139 |
| Restaurants | 80 |
| Retail Stores | 150 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Avg Commute | 22.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |