Hustonville, KY

Kentucky

Hustonville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 600. Residents earn $40,625 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
600 Population 811/sq mi density
$40,625 Median Income $25,448 per capita
$121,600 Home Value $168,015 Zillow
$358 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$40,625 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,600 home value, $358/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,625
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,600
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $358
69% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population600
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density811/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,625
Per Capita$25,448
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$596M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,600
Rent$358
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,015

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Elevation1,086 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+78.4%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute47 min
Libraries1

Is Hustonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hustonville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Hustonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hustonville is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hustonville is $121,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $358 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hustonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hustonville has a population of 600 with a density of 811 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

600
Total Population
811
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hustonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hustonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hustonville is $40,625, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Hustonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,625
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,448
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$51,012

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)504
County GDP$596M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare37
Retail61
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,320
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.1 min
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hustonville is $121,600, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $358 (69% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,015.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,600
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,015

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$132
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$358
69% 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-Occupied78.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,320
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.91%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Premature Death14,551/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access40.1%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Hustonville has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.3 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,086 ft (331 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density811/sq mi
Coordinates37.4799°N, 84.8141°W
County FIPS21137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+78.4%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density811/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants16
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.1 min
Work from Home11.4%

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