Kentucky
Frankfort is a small city in Kentucky with a population of 28,452. Residents earn $54,438 per year, which is 28% below the national average.
Based on current data, Frankfort receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Frankfort offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Frankfort is $54,438, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Frankfort is $171,600, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $935 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Frankfort is below the national average at 342 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,718 per 100,000, 90% above the national average.
27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Frankfort enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 91.5% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.5% |
| 37% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $54,438 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,369 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,157 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,073 |
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.8% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,802 |
| County GDP | $4,573M |
| Restaurants | 125 |
| Healthcare | 174 |
| Retail | 192 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,377 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.97% |
| Commute Time | 17.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.2% |
| Census Median | $171,600 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $242,757 |
| Median List Price | $244,950 |
| Median List Price | $244,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $148 |
| Homes Sold | 22 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.8% |
| Price Drops | 21.6% |
| Inventory | 74 |
| Census Median Rent | $935 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,102 |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,377 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.97% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,856/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 174 |
| Total Violent | 342.0/100K |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 40.0/100K |
| Robbery | 152.8/100K |
| Assault | 149.2/100K |
| Total Property | 3,717.9/100K |
| 90% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 734.8/100K |
| Theft | 2,775.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 207.4/100K |
| Arson | 18.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.5°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.3 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Area | 14.8 sq mi (38.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,926/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1950°N, 84.8659°W |
| County FIPS | 21073 |
Winner: Republican by 4.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 27.9% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,926/sq mi |
| Total Area | 14.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 13 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 14 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 174 |
| Restaurants | 125 |
| Retail Stores | 192 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 17.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.2% |