Kentucky
Dixon is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 1,034. Residents earn $39,464 per year, which is 47% below the national average.
Based on current data, Dixon receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Dixon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Dixon is $39,464, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Dixon is $86,700, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $716 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Dixon 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 | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,464 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,435 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,010 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,826 |
| Unemployment | 7.2% |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 294 |
| County GDP | $539M |
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,544 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.93% |
| Commute Time | 21.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
| Census Median | $86,700 |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $186,486 |
| Census Median Rent | $716 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,544 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.93% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.1% |
| Premature Death | 15,679/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 25.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| 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 | 508 ft (155 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 827/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5137°N, 87.6884°W |
| County FIPS | 21233 |
Winner: Republican by 57.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.4% |
| 81% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 827/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Retail Stores | 41 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 21.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |