Falmouth, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Falmouth is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 2,577. Residents earn $38,177 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,577 Population 1,895/sq mi density
$38,177 Median Income $18,715 per capita
$111,300 Home Value $212,125 Zillow
$846 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$38,177 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,300 home value, $846/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,177
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,300
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $846
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.5%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,577
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density1,895/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,177
Per Capita$18,715
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty22.5%
County GDP$411M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,300
Rent$846
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,125

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,731/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary608/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation566 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+73.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute33 min
Libraries1

Is Falmouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Falmouth receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Falmouth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Falmouth is $38,177, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Falmouth is $111,300, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $846 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Falmouth is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,731 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Falmouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Falmouth has a population of 2,577 with a density of 1,895 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

2,577
Total Population
1,895
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Falmouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Falmouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Falmouth is $38,177, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Falmouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,177
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,715
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$59,494

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.5%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)292
County GDP$411M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare9
Retail26
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,017
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Falmouth is $111,300, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $846 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,125.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,300
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$212,125
Median List Price$90,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$90,000
$/Sq Ft$128
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio86.9%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$846
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied49.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,017
14% below US avg
Effective Rate2.71%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Premature Death13,015/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access29.2%
Healthcare Facilities9
Falmouth has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,731 per 100,000 (12% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,730.6/100K
12% below US avg
Burglary608.0/100K
Theft982.2/100K
Vehicle Theft140.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Falmouth has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation566 ft (173 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density1,895/sq mi
Coordinates38.6718°N, 84.3309°W
County FIPS21191
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+73.0%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,895/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants11
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Work from Home4.0%

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