Cunningham, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Cunningham is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 276. Residents earn $47,969 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
276 Population 263/sq mi density
$47,969 Median Income $23,686 per capita
$75,500 Home Value $200,743 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$47,969 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,500 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,969
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.3%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population276
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density263/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,969
Per Capita$23,686
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$265M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,743

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation369 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.3%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute22 min

Is Cunningham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cunningham receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cunningham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cunningham is $47,969, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cunningham is $75,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cunningham enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cunningham has a population of 276 with a density of 263 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

276
Total Population
263
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.8%
Female 61.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cunningham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cunningham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cunningham is $47,969, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Cunningham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,969
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,686
Avg Weekly Wage$897
IRS Avg AGI$67,782

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)143
County GDP$265M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare10
Retail14
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,267
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cunningham is $75,500, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,743.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,500
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$200,743

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)$2,267
35% below US avg
Effective Rate3.00%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.5%
Premature Death12,948/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access20.3%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cunningham has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation369 ft (112 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density263/sq mi
Coordinates36.9123°N, 88.8872°W
County FIPS21039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%
D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 68 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.3%
10% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.50
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density263/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants3
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Work from Home8.3%

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