Farmers, KY

Kentucky

Farmers is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 137.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
137 Population 137/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $13,790 per capita
$156,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $156,900
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population137
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density137/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans25.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,790
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$1,068M
Commute38 min

Housing

Home Value$156,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation794 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute38 min
Broadband8.0%
Libraries2

Is Farmers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farmers receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Farmers faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farmers is $156,900, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Farmers experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Farmers has a population of 137 with a density of 137 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%).

Population

137
Total Population
137
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.4%
Female 41.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Farmers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only32.0%
59% below US avg
Spanish68.0%
407% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Farmers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farmers is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Farmers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,790
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$55,659

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)808
County GDP$1,068M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare99
Retail106
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,405
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Farmers is $156,900, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,900
44% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,405
31% below US avg
Effective Rate1.53%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%
Premature Death13,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities99

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Farmers has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density137/sq mi
Coordinates38.1372°N, 83.5430°W
County FIPS21205
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin. 8.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.1%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density137/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access8.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants57
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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