Kentucky
Ferguson is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 806. Residents earn $33,981 per year, which is 55% below the national average.
Based on current data, Ferguson receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ferguson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Ferguson is $33,981, 55% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Ferguson is $115,000, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $678 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Ferguson 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 422 per 100,000, 78% below the national average.
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Ferguson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 96.0% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.0% |
| 70% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $33,981 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,311 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $924 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,855 |
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.7% |
| 99% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,166 |
| County GDP | $3,033M |
| Restaurants | 106 |
| Healthcare | 268 |
| Retail | 300 |
| Manufacturing | 68 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,816 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.45% |
| Commute Time | 15.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |
| Census Median | $115,000 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $150,523 |
| Median List Price | $419,900 |
| Median List Price | $419,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $111 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.8% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 3 |
| Census Median Rent | $678 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,816 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.45% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.3% |
| Premature Death | 12,731/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 268 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 422.4/100K |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 422.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.3 inches |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 5.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 897 ft (273 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 411/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0628°N, 84.5986°W |
| County FIPS | 21199 |
Winner: Republican by 65.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.0% |
| 70% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 71.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 411/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 268 |
| Restaurants | 106 |
| Retail Stores | 300 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 15.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |