Hiseville, KY

Kentucky

Hiseville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 86. Residents earn $11,563 per year, which is 85% below the national average.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
86 Population 118/sq mi density
$11,563 Median Income $10,955 per capita
N/A Home Value
$819 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.0 / 5.0
$11,563 median income, 10.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$819/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $11,563
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $819
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density118/mi²
Male / Female16% / 84%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$11,563
Per Capita$10,955
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$843M
Commute32 min

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$819
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.5 in/yr
Elevation703 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+62.8%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 20%
Commute32 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries2

Is Hiseville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hiseville receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hiseville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hiseville is $11,563, 85% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $819 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hiseville 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. Annual precipitation totals 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hiseville has a population of 86 with a density of 118 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

86
Total Population
118
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 16.3%
Female 83.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hiseville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hiseville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hiseville is $11,563, which is 85% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Hiseville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$11,563
85% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,955
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004
IRS Avg AGI$50,926

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)417
County GDP$843M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare26
Retail57
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,336
33% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $819 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$819
30% 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-Occupied23.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,336
33% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,750/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access33.8%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Hiseville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.5 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation703 ft (214 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density118/sq mi
Coordinates37.1001°N, 85.8154°W
County FIPS21099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, 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 60-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 19.5%

Winner: Republican by 60 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+62.8%
School Test Score5.50
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density118/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants19
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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