Median Income
$48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$105,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
8.7%
142% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
33.3%
169% higher than US avg
How Flatwoods Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population404
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density612/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans3.4%
Economy
D
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$21,728
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$417M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$105,200
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,855
Rent Burden41.9%
Health
Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.2%
Heart Disease8.0%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Elevation1,230 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+94.5%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute30 min
Broadband78.2%
Libraries3
Is Flatwoods a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Flatwoods receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Flatwoods has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Flatwoods is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Flatwoods is $105,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.0% 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 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Flatwoods 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 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Flatwoods has a population of 404 with a density of 612 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic.
Population
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Flatwoods vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Flatwoods vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Flatwoods is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Flatwoods vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,750 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,728 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $883 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,455 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.7% |
| 142% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 33.3% |
| 169% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 380 |
| County GDP | $417M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,860 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.77% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
The median home value in Flatwoods is $105,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,855.
Home Values
| Census Median | $105,200 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $139,855 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $725 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 41.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,860 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.77% |
In Flatwoods, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.2% report depression. 38.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Flatwoods vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.7% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.1% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.5% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 12.1% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.0% |
| Depression | 33.2% |
| Mental Distress | 25.5% |
| Physical Distress | 19.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 12,079/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
Crime Rates: Flatwoods vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Flatwoods 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 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.3 inches |
| 38% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,230 ft (375 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 612/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7170°N, 80.6525°W |
| County FIPS | 54007 |