Fredonia, KY

Kentucky

Fredonia is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 403. Residents earn $67,396 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
403 Population 650/sq mi density
$67,396 Median Income $29,932 per capita
$94,600 Home Value $165,101 Zillow
$783 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$67,396 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,600 home value, $783/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,396
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,600
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.8%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $783
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population403
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density650/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,396
Per Capita$29,932
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$246M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,600
Rent$783
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,101

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.1 in/yr
Elevation407 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute19 min
Libraries2

Is Fredonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fredonia receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Fredonia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fredonia is $67,396, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fredonia is $94,600, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fredonia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fredonia has a population of 403 with a density of 650 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 3% Black.

Population

403
Total Population
650
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fredonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fredonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fredonia is $67,396, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Fredonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,396
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,932
Avg Weekly Wage$809
IRS Avg AGI$54,298

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)215
County GDP$246M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare11
Retail27
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,786
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fredonia is $94,600, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,101.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,600
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,101

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$783
33% 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-Occupied85.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,786
49% below US avg
Effective Rate1.89%

Health Metrics: Fredonia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Premature Death13,654/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access58.6%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Fredonia has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.1 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density650/sq mi
Coordinates37.2078°N, 88.0617°W
County FIPS21055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%
D 15.2%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.8%
23% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.50
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density650/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants11
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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