Irvington, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Irvington is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 1,129. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,129 Population 1,164/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $26,341 per capita
$113,500 Home Value $144,464 Zillow
$667 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
84 Violent Crime/100K 334 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,500 home value, $667/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
84 violent crimes/100K (78% below avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,500
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 84/100K
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $667
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.2%
63% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,129
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density1,164/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$26,341
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty20.2%
County GDP$1,003M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,500
Rent$667
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,464

Crime

F
Violent84/100K
Property334/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault84/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Elevation644 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+82.2%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute34 min
Libraries2

Is Irvington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Irvington receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Irvington has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Irvington is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 20.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Irvington is $113,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $667 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Irvington is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 84 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 334 per 100,000, 83% below the national average.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Irvington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Irvington has a population of 1,129 with a density of 1,164 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.9%), with 3% Hispanic, 9.7% Black.

Population

1,129
Total Population
1,164
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Irvington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Irvington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Irvington is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Irvington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,341
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$67,952

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.2%
63% above US avg
Establishments (County)551
County GDP$1,003M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare38
Retail66
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,343
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Irvington is $113,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $667 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,464.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,464

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$667
43% 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-Occupied63.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,343
4% below US avg
Effective Rate2.95%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Premature Death9,457/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities38
Irvington has a violent crime rate of 84 per 100,000 residents, 78% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 334 per 100,000 (83% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent83.6/100K
78% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault83.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property334.5/100K
83% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft334.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Irvington has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation644 ft (196 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,164/sq mi
Coordinates37.8781°N, 86.2855°W
County FIPS21163
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23.2%

Winner: Republican by 52.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+82.2%
School Test Score5.50
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,164/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants40
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Work from Home1.1%

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