Hickory, KY

Kentucky

Hickory is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 53.

53 Population 60/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $11,130 per capita
N/A Home Value $200,887 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population53
Median Age21.8 yrs
Density60/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Veterans53.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$11,130
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$1,754M
Commute8 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,887

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation430 ft

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+0.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute8 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries2

Is Hickory a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hickory receives an overall livability score of 0.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Hickory faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

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

Climate & Weather

Hickory enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hickory has a population of 53 with a density of 60 people per square mile. The median age is 21.8 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.9%), with 11.3% Hispanic, 37.7% Black.

Population

53
Total Population
60
People / sq mi
21.8yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.8%
Female 30.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hickory vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hickory vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hickory is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Hickory vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$11,130
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$61,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,042
County GDP$1,754M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare83
Retail133
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,368
32% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,887.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$200,887

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,368
32% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Premature Death10,917/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access31.9%
Healthcare Facilities83

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Hickory has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates36.8174°N, 88.6479°W
County FIPS21083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 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 61.6-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 18.6%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+0.0%
School Test Score5.50

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density60/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants49
Retail Stores133

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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