Dexter, KY

Kentucky

Dexter is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 133.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
133 Population 242/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $29,502 per capita
$114,200 Home Value $150,771 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $114,200
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population133
Median Age63.4 yrs
Density242/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,502
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,914M

Housing

Home Value$114,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$150,771

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation441 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+85.6%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
CommuteN/A
Broadband83.0%
Libraries1

Is Dexter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dexter receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Dexter stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dexter is $114,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Dexter 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dexter has a population of 133 with a density of 242 people per square mile. The median age is 63.4 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.4%), with 15% Hispanic.

Population

133
Total Population
242
People / sq mi
63.4yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%
Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dexter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dexter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dexter is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Dexter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,502
Avg Weekly Wage$889
IRS Avg AGI$61,721

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,333
County GDP$1,914M

Business (County)

Restaurants91
Healthcare109
Retail154
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dexter is $114,200, 59% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $150,771.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,200
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$150,771

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-Occupied89.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Rate2.63%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,108/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access70.4%
Healthcare Facilities109

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

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

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation441 ft (134 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density242/sq mi
Coordinates36.7394°N, 88.2960°W
County FIPS21035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 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 38-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.1%
D 30.2%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score5.50
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density242/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants91
Retail Stores154

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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