Ironville, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Ironville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 454. Residents earn $38,750 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
454 Population 582/sq mi density
$38,750 Median Income $25,638 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$38,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,750
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population454
Median Age68.4 yrs
Density582/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$25,638
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$3,758M
Commute13 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation687 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+78.9%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute13 min
Libraries3

Is Ironville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ironville receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ironville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ironville is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ironville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ironville has a population of 454 with a density of 582 people per square mile. The median age is 68.4 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

454
Total Population
582
People / sq mi
68.4yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ironville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ironville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ironville is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Ironville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,750
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,638
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$63,553

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,796
County GDP$3,758M

Business (County)

Restaurants131
Healthcare156
Retail223
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,902
11% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,902
11% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Premature Death13,628/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities156

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Ironville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation687 ft (209 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density582/sq mi
Coordinates38.4575°N, 82.6986°W
County FIPS21019
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.6%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+78.9%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density582/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants131
Retail Stores223

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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