Kentucky · Metropolitan Area
Fincastle is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 606. Residents earn $85,500 per year, which is 14% above the national average.
Based on current data, Fincastle receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Fincastle stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Fincastle is $85,500, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Fincastle is $253,300, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,542 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 44.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Fincastle enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 90.8% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.2% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $85,500 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,377 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,311 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $122,342 |
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,480 |
| County GDP | $3,011M |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Healthcare | 162 |
| Retail | 108 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,979 |
| 71% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.36% |
| Commute Time | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 10.7% |
| Census Median | $253,300 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,542 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 92.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,979 |
| 71% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.36% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,389/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 162 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Annual Average | 57.8°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.1 inches |
| 27% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 719 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,886/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3082°N, 85.5415°W |
| County FIPS | 21185 |
Winner: Republican by 22.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 44.7% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,886/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 162 |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Retail Stores | 108 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 10.7% |