Kentucky
Hardin is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 414. Residents earn $29,688 per year, which is 60% below the national average.
Based on current data, Hardin receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hardin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Hardin is $29,688, 60% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 49.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Hardin is $91,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $559 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Hardin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $29,688 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,376 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,205 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,242 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 49.5% |
| 299% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,051 |
| County GDP | $1,760M |
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 71 |
| Retail | 131 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,315 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.64% |
| Commute Time | 18.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $91,000 |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $145,541 |
| Census Median Rent | $559 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 24.5% |
| Studio | $841 |
| 1 Bedroom | $846 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,056 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,469 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,771 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,315 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.64% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,527/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Annual Average | 56.9°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 83.8% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 591/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7651°N, 88.3022°W |
| County FIPS | 21157 |
Winner: Republican by 56.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 5.6% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.41 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 591/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 65.5% |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Retail Stores | 131 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 18.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |