Kentucky
East Bernstadt is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 673. Residents earn $39,500 per year, which is 47% below the national average.
Based on current data, East Bernstadt receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. East Bernstadt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in East Bernstadt is $39,500, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in East Bernstadt is $95,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
East Bernstadt enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,500 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,783 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $934 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,569 |
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.7% |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,793 |
| County GDP | $2,967M |
| Restaurants | 109 |
| Healthcare | 175 |
| Retail | 272 |
| Manufacturing | 50 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,486 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.61% |
| Commute Time | 16.9 min |
| Work from Home | 20.4% |
| Census Median | $95,200 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $141,725 |
| Median List Price | $79,900 |
| Median List Price | $79,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $95 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Census Median Rent | $680 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,486 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.61% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,684/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 175 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Annual Average | 56.9°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.3 inches |
| 35% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,302 ft (397 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 319/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1927°N, 84.1292°W |
| County FIPS | 21125 |
Winner: Republican by 69.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.7% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 319/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 175 |
| Restaurants | 109 |
| Retail Stores | 272 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 16.9 min |
| Work from Home | 20.4% |