Grand Rivers, KY

Kentucky

Grand Rivers is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 469. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
469 Population 255/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $53,613 per capita
$162,500 Home Value $166,383 Zillow
$795 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,500 home value, $795/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $795
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population469
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density255/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$53,613
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$332M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
Rent$795
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,383

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.1 in/yr
Elevation417 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+87.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute17 min
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Grand Rivers a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grand Rivers is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grand Rivers is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $795 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Grand Rivers 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.

Grand Rivers has a population of 469 with a density of 255 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

469
Total Population
255
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Grand Rivers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grand Rivers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grand Rivers is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Grand Rivers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,613
Avg Weekly Wage$890
IRS Avg AGI$65,964

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)283
County GDP$332M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare18
Retail28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,538
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Grand Rivers is $162,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $795 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,383.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,383

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$795
32% 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-Occupied71.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,538
27% below US avg
Effective Rate1.56%

Health Metrics: Grand Rivers vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death8,310/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Grand Rivers 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

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density255/sq mi
Coordinates37.0047°N, 88.2318°W
County FIPS21143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 22.7%

Winner: Republican by 53.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+87.5%
School Test Score5.50
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density255/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants26
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Work from Home12.2%

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