Ezel, KY

Kentucky

Ezel is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 327. Residents earn $38,000 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
327 Population 367/sq mi density
$38,000 Median Income $17,515 per capita
$99,800 Home Value $139,975 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$38,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,800 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,000
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,800
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.8%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population327
Median Age55.1 yrs
Density367/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$38,000
Per Capita$17,515
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$115M
Commute50 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,975

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation954 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.8%
High School+76.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute50 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries1

Is Ezel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ezel receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Ezel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ezel is $38,000, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ezel is $99,800, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ezel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ezel has a population of 327 with a density of 367 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.3%).

Population

327
Total Population
367
People / sq mi
55.1yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ezel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ezel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ezel is $38,000, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Ezel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,000
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,515
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$44,042

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)130
County GDP$115M

Business (County)

Healthcare9
Retail12
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ezel is $99,800, 65% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,975.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,800
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,975

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-Occupied79.5%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Premature Death16,657/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access84.5%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Ezel has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation954 ft (291 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density367/sq mi
Coordinates37.8914°N, 83.4435°W
County FIPS21165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.8%
18% below US avg
High School+76.5%
School Test Score5.50
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density367/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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