Kevil, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Kevil is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 655. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
655 Population 1,149/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $29,414 per capita
$113,500 Home Value $173,779 Zillow
$867 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,500 home value, $867/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $867
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population655
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density1,149/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$29,414
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$6,989M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,500
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,779

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation423 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute20 min
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Kevil a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kevil receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Kevil offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kevil is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kevil is $113,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Kevil enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kevil has a population of 655 with a density of 1,149 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

655
Total Population
1,149
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.3%
Female 59.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kevil vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kevil vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kevil is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Kevil vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,414
Avg Weekly Wage$1,108
IRS Avg AGI$79,819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,900
County GDP$6,989M

Business (County)

Restaurants227
Healthcare284
Retail379
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,983
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Kevil is $113,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,779.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,779

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$867
25% 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-Occupied74.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,983
14% above US avg
Effective Rate3.51%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Premature Death11,387/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access86.4%
Healthcare Facilities284

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Kevil has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,149/sq mi
Coordinates37.0842°N, 88.8829°W
County FIPS21145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.9%
D 31.9%

Winner: Republican by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score5.50
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,149/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities284
Restaurants227
Retail Stores379

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Work from Home7.4%

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