Hickory Hill, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Hickory Hill is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 144. Residents earn $98,194 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
144 Population 4,800/sq mi density
$98,194 Median Income $43,792 per capita
$284,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$98,194 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$284,400 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
43.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,194
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $284,400
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population144
Median Age60.3 yrs
Density4,800/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,194
Per Capita$43,792
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$284,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation672 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.0%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute21 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries18

Is Hickory Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hickory Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Hickory Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hickory Hill is $98,194, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Hickory Hill among higher-income communities. 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 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hickory Hill is $284,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hickory Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hickory Hill has a population of 144 with a density of 4,800 people per square mile. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 8.3% Black.

Population

144
Total Population
4,800
People / sq mi
60.3yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
0.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hickory Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hickory Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hickory Hill is $98,194, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. 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 21 minutes.

Income: Hickory Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,194
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,792
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,844
County GDP$78,803M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,860
Healthcare2,672
Retail2,571
Manufacturing675

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hickory Hill is $284,400, 1% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$284,400
1% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.83%

Health Metrics: Hickory Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities2,672

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Safety Score

Hickory Hill has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation672 ft (205 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density4,800/sq mi
Coordinates38.2877°N, 85.5679°W
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.9%
D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.0%
28% above US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.50
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,800/sq mi
Total Area0.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities2,672
Restaurants1,860
Retail Stores2,571

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Work from Home11.0%

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