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Knottsville, KY

Kentucky

Knottsville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 206. Residents earn $94,926 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
206 Population 299/sq mi density
$94,926 Median Income $41,023 per capita
$223,300 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$94,926 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$223,300 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,926
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $223,300
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population206
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density299/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,926
Per Capita$41,023
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$900M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$223,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units87
Rent Burden27.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation520 ft (158 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute23 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries3

Is Knottsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knottsville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Knottsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knottsville is $94,926, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Knottsville is $223,300, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Knottsville 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. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Knottsville has a population of 206 with a density of 299 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

206
Total Population
299
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32%
Female 68%

Race & Ethnicity

Knottsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Knottsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knottsville is $94,926, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Knottsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,926
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,023
Avg Weekly Wage$1,546
IRS Avg AGI$62,648

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)234
County GDP$900M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare16
Retail17
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,286
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Knottsville is $223,300, 21% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$223,300
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.5%
Housing Units87
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,286
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.02%
Knottsville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.0 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.0 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall10.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation520 ft (158 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density299/sq mi
Coordinates37.7730°N, 86.9115°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS21091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.5-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 47.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.50
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density299/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants7
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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