Kentucky · Metropolitan Area
Island is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 616. Residents earn $48,875 per year, which is 35% below the national average.
Based on current data, Island receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Island offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Island is $48,875, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
The median home value in Island is $72,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $916 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Island enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 95.3% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.7% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,875 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,136 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $847 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,508 |
| Unemployment | 7.8% |
| 117% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 248 |
| County GDP | $345M |
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,100 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.91% |
| Commute Time | 33.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |
| Census Median | $72,100 |
| 74% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $133,200 |
| Median List Price | $79,900 |
| Median List Price | $79,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $93 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.6% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Census Median Rent | $916 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,100 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.91% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,600/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 1.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Annual Average | 57.2°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 419 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,812/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.4426°N, 87.1472°W |
| County FIPS | 21149 |
Winner: Republican by 55.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.2% |
| 76% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,812/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Retail Stores | 34 |
| Avg Commute | 33.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |