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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 93.9% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.1% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $96,429 |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,809 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,311 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $122,342 |
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,480 |
| County GDP | $3,011M |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Healthcare | 162 |
| Retail | 108 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,979 |
| 71% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.13% |
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 18.0% |
| Census Median | $281,000 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $479,731 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,148 |
| 85% above US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 86.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,979 |
| 71% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.13% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.5% |
| Premature Death | 5,389/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 162 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Annual Average | 57.8°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.1 inches |
| 27% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 678 ft (207 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,020/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4034°N, 85.5837°W |
| County FIPS | 21185 |
Winner: Republican by 22.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 49.7% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 98.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 5,020/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 162 |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Retail Stores | 108 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 18.0% |