Forest Hills, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Forest Hills is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 374. Residents earn $76,667 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
374 Population 1,290/sq mi density
$76,667 Median Income $39,647 per capita
$241,200 Home Value $154,718 Zillow
$1,773 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,667 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$241,200 home value, $1,773/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,667
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $241,200
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.7%
3% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,773
52% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population374
Median Age56.7 yrs
Density1,290/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,667
Per Capita$39,647
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$241,200
Rent$1,773
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,718

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation660 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.7%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute23 min
Libraries18

Is Forest Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forest Hills receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Forest Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forest Hills is $76,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Forest Hills is $241,200, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,773 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Forest Hills 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.

Forest Hills has a population of 374 with a density of 1,290 people per square mile. The median age is 56.7 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2.7% Black.

Population

374
Total Population
1,290
People / sq mi
56.7yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Forest Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Forest Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forest Hills is $76,667, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Forest Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,667
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,647
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,844
County GDP$78,803M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,860
Healthcare2,672
Retail2,571
Manufacturing675

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Work from Home16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Forest Hills is $241,200, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,773 (52% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,718.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$241,200
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,718
Median List Price$284,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$284,900
$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,773
52% above 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-Occupied84.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%

Health Metrics: Forest Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities2,672

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Safety Score

Forest Hills has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation660 ft (201 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,290/sq mi
Coordinates38.2168°N, 85.5856°W
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.9%
D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.7%
3% below US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.50
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,290/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities2,672
Restaurants1,860
Retail Stores2,571

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Work from Home16.0%

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