Inez, KY

Kentucky

Inez is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 760. Residents earn $43,125 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
760 Population 442/sq mi density
$43,125 Median Income $38,191 per capita
$79,900 Home Value $125,195 Zillow
$633 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$43,125 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,900 home value, $633/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,125
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,900
72% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population760
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density442/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,125
Per Capita$38,191
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$290M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,900
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,195

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property856/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary285/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation667 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+77.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 8%
Commute11 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Inez a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Inez receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Inez offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Inez is $43,125, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Inez is $79,900, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Inez is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 856 per 100,000, 56% below the national average.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Inez experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Inez has a population of 760 with a density of 442 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

760
Total Population
442
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Inez vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Inez vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Inez is $43,125, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Inez vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,125
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,191
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004
IRS Avg AGI$46,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)222
County GDP$290M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare18
Retail36
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.1 min
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Inez is $79,900, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,195.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,900
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$125,195

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% 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-Occupied64.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Rate3.00%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Premature Death14,341/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access35.6%
Healthcare Facilities18
Inez has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 856 per 100,000 (56% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property855.9/100K
56% below US avg
Burglary285.3/100K
Theft428.0/100K
Vehicle Theft142.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Inez has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation667 ft (203 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density442/sq mi
Coordinates37.8693°N, 82.5398°W
County FIPS21159
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.5%
D 7.9%

Winner: Republican by 83.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+77.0%
School Test Score5.50
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density442/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants15
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.1 min
Work from Home4.5%

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