Guthrie, KY

Kentucky

Guthrie is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 1,377. Residents earn $34,803 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,377 Population 586/sq mi density
$34,803 Median Income $20,108 per capita
$122,200 Home Value $192,588 Zillow
$827 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
210 Violent Crime/100K 1,047 property/100K
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$34,803 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$122,200 home value, $827/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
210 violent crimes/100K (45% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,803
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,200
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 210/100K
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $827
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.0%
150% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,377
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density586/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

D
Median Income$34,803
Per Capita$20,108
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty31.0%
County GDP$569M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,200
Rent$827
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,588

Crime

F
Violent210/100K
Property1,047/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary489/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation540 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+76.9%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute24 min
Libraries2

Is Guthrie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guthrie receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Guthrie has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Guthrie is $34,803, 54% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 31.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Guthrie is $122,200, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $827 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Guthrie is below the national average at 210 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,047 per 100,000, 47% below the national average.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Guthrie enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Guthrie has a population of 1,377 with a density of 586 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.4%), with 28.9% Black.

Population

1,377
Total Population
586
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Guthrie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Guthrie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guthrie is $34,803, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Guthrie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,803
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,108
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$60,227

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.0%
150% above US avg
Establishments (County)323
County GDP$569M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare15
Retail44
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,879
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Guthrie is $122,200, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $827 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,588.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,200
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,588

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$827
29% 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-Occupied53.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,879
46% below US avg
Effective Rate1.54%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.2%
Premature Death11,430/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access33.7%
Healthcare Facilities15
Guthrie has a violent crime rate of 210 per 100,000 residents, 45% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,047 per 100,000 (47% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent209.5/100K
45% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape69.8/100K
Robbery139.7/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,047.5/100K
47% below US avg
Burglary488.8/100K
Theft349.2/100K
Vehicle Theft209.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Guthrie has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation540 ft (165 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density586/sq mi
Coordinates36.6513°N, 87.1715°W
County FIPS21219
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+76.9%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density586/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants11
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home8.6%

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