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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 96.0% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.0% |
| 70% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $80,000 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $53,613 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $890 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,964 |
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.8% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 283 |
| County GDP | $332M |
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 28 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,538 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.56% |
| Commute Time | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 12.2% |
| Census Median | $162,500 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $166,383 |
| Census Median Rent | $795 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,538 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.56% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,310/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.1 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 417 ft (127 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 255/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0047°N, 88.2318°W |
| County FIPS | 21143 |
Winner: Republican by 53.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.1% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 255/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Retail Stores | 28 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 12.2% |