Median Income
$75,625
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$115,600
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.5%
80% lower than US avg
How Cynthiana Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population663
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density1,658/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$75,625
Per Capita$27,139
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$4,453M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$115,600
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,762
Rent Burden18.0%
Health
Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Elevation468 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+89.2%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute28 min
Broadband87.1%
Libraries5
Is Cynthiana a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cynthiana receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Cynthiana offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cynthiana is $75,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cynthiana is $115,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Cynthiana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches, including 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Cynthiana has a population of 663 with a density of 1,658 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).
Population
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Cynthiana vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Cynthiana vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Cynthiana is $75,625, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Cynthiana vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,625 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,139 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,305 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,154 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.5% |
| 80% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 800 |
| County GDP | $4,453M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 62 |
| Healthcare | 76 |
| Retail | 116 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,658 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.30% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
The median home value in Cynthiana is $115,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,762.
Home Values
| Census Median | $115,600 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $162,762 |
| Median List Price | $179,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $179,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $8 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $525 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 18.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,658 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.30% |
In Cynthiana, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cynthiana vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.7% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,824/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 76 |
Crime Rates: Cynthiana vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Cynthiana has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.0°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.8 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 468 ft (143 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,658/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1873°N, 87.7085°W |
| County FIPS | 18051 |