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Hazel Green, KY

Kentucky

Hazel Green is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 39.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
39 Population 36/sq mi density
54°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population39
Median Age62.1 yrs
Density36/mi²
Male / Female90% / 10%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans21.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$14,323
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$157M
Commute17 min

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,003 ft (306 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute17 min
Broadband4.0%
Libraries1

Is Hazel Green a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hazel Green receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hazel Green stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hazel Green experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hazel Green has a population of 39 with a density of 36 people per square mile. The median age is 62.1 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

39
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
62.1yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 89.7%
Female 10.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hazel Green vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hazel Green vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hazel Green is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Hazel Green vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$14,323
Avg Weekly Wage$753
IRS Avg AGI$48,724

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)189
County GDP$157M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare17
Retail22
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Hazel Green has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,003 ft (306 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates37.8028°N, 83.4198°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS21237
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.6-point margin. 4.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.2%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density36/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access4.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants11
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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