Goose Creek, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Goose Creek is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 300. Residents earn $112,083 per year, which is 49% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
300 Population 5,000/sq mi density
$112,083 Median Income $54,808 per capita
$326,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$112,083 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$326,900 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $112,083
49% higher than US avg
Home Value $326,900
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.2%
70% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population300
Median Age49.5 yrs
Density5,000/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$112,083
Per Capita$54,808
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$326,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation649 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute19 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries18

Is Goose Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goose Creek receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, strong internet connectivity. Goose Creek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goose Creek is $112,083, which is significantly higher than the national average — 49% above $75,149. This places Goose Creek among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 11.0% 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 Goose Creek is $326,900, 16% above the national median. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Goose Creek is a highly educated community — 57.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Goose Creek 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.

Goose Creek has a population of 300 with a density of 5,000 people per square mile. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).

Population

300
Total Population
5,000
People / sq mi
49.5yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Goose Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Goose Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goose Creek is $112,083, which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Goose Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$112,083
49% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,808
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% 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 Rate1.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Goose Creek is $326,900, 16% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$326,900
16% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.59%

Health Metrics: Goose Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Safety Score

Goose Creek 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

Elevation649 ft (198 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density5,000/sq mi
Coordinates38.2934°N, 85.5896°W
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 57.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.9%
D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.2%
70% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,000/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities2,672
Restaurants1,860
Retail Stores2,571

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.1%

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