Goshen, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Goshen is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 1,004. Residents earn $96,429 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,004 Population 5,020/sq mi density
$96,429 Median Income $43,809 per capita
$281,000 Home Value $479,731 Zillow
$2,148 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,429 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$281,000 home value, $2,148/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,429
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $281,000
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.7%
47% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,148
85% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,004
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density5,020/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,429
Per Capita$43,809
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$3,011M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$281,000
Rent$2,148
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$479,731

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation678 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.7%
High School+98.6%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute28 min
Libraries3

Is Goshen a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goshen is $96,429, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goshen is $281,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,148 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Goshen 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.

Goshen has a population of 1,004 with a density of 5,020 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

1,004
Total Population
5,020
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Goshen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Goshen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goshen is $96,429, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Goshen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,429
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,809
Avg Weekly Wage$1,311
IRS Avg AGI$122,342

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,480
County GDP$3,011M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare162
Retail108
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,979
71% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Work from Home18.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Goshen is $281,000, 0% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,148 (85% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $479,731.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$281,000
0% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$479,731

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,148
85% 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-Occupied86.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,979
71% above US avg
Effective Rate2.13%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Premature Death5,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities162

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Goshen 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

Elevation678 ft (207 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density5,020/sq mi
Coordinates38.4034°N, 85.5837°W
County FIPS21185
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 49.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.3%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 22.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.7%
47% above US avg
High School+98.6%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,020/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities162
Restaurants81
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Work from Home18.0%

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