Creekside, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Creekside is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 378. Residents earn $130,300 per year, which is 73% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
378 Population 4,725/sq mi density
$130,300 Median Income $51,465 per capita
$299,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$130,300 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$299,200 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $130,300
73% higher than US avg
Home Value $299,200
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.0%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population378
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density4,725/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$130,300
Per Capita$51,465
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$299,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation662 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.0%
High School+98.7%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute19 min
Libraries18

Is Creekside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Creekside receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Creekside stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Creekside is $130,300, which is significantly higher than the national average — 73% above $75,149. This places Creekside among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Creekside is $299,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Creekside enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Creekside has a population of 378 with a density of 4,725 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.6%), with 5% Black.

Population

378
Total Population
4,725
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Creekside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.9%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.1%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Creekside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Creekside is $130,300, which is 73% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Creekside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$130,300
73% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,465
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,844
County GDP$78,803M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,860
Healthcare2,672
Retail2,571
Manufacturing675

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Work from Home25.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Creekside is $299,200, 6% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$299,200
6% above US avg

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)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.74%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities2,672

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Safety Score

Creekside has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation662 ft (202 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density4,725/sq mi
Coordinates38.2915°N, 85.5700°W
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.9%
D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.0%
16% above US avg
High School+98.7%
School Test Score5.50
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,725/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities2,672
Restaurants1,860
Retail Stores2,571

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Work from Home25.4%

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