Flat Lick, KY

Kentucky

Flat Lick is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 711. Residents earn $15,828 per year, which is 79% below the national average.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
711 Population 149/sq mi density
$15,828 Median Income $5,643 per capita
N/A Home Value
$677 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$15,828 median income, 9.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$677/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $15,828
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $677
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population711
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

F
Median Income$15,828
Per Capita$5,643
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$837M

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$677
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.8 in/yr
Elevation1,189 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+22.1%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2

Is Flat Lick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flat Lick receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Flat Lick faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flat Lick is $15,828, 79% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $677 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Flat Lick enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Flat Lick has a population of 711 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

711
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Flat Lick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Flat Lick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flat Lick is $15,828, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Flat Lick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$15,828
79% below US avg
Per Capita Income$5,643
Avg Weekly Wage$835
IRS Avg AGI$46,610

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)622
County GDP$837M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare77
Retail118
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,376
32% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $677 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$103
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$677
42% 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-Occupied21.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,376
32% below US avg

Health Metrics: Flat Lick vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death15,275/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities77

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Flat Lick has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.8 inches
42% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,189 ft (362 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates36.8345°N, 83.7616°W
County FIPS21121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+22.1%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities77
Restaurants39
Retail Stores118

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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