Fancy Farm, KY

Kentucky

Fancy Farm is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 323. Residents earn $57,536 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
323 Population 367/sq mi density
$57,536 Median Income $26,401 per capita
$110,600 Home Value $158,011 Zillow
$497 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$57,536 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,600 home value, $497/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,536
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $497
57% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.2%
111% higher than US avg

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

People

Population323
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density367/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,536
Per Capita$26,401
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.2%
County GDP$1,754M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,600
Rent$497
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,011
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation436 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute33 min
Broadband81.8%
Libraries2

Is Fancy Farm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fancy Farm receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Fancy Farm offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fancy Farm is $57,536, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.2% 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 Fancy Farm is $110,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $497 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fancy Farm enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fancy Farm has a population of 323 with a density of 367 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.7%), with 10.8% Black.

Population

323
Total Population
367
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fancy Farm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fancy Farm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fancy Farm is $57,536, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Fancy Farm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,536
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,401
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$61,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.2%
111% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,042
County GDP$1,754M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare83
Retail133
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,368
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fancy Farm is $110,600, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $497 (57% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,011.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,600
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,011

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$497
57% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,368
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.14%

Health Metrics: Fancy Farm vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Premature Death10,917/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access31.9%
Healthcare Facilities83

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Fancy Farm has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density367/sq mi
Coordinates36.8007°N, 88.7937°W
County FIPS21083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin. 81.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 18.6%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density367/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants49
Retail Stores133

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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