Median Income
$63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$268,900
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.6%
87% lower than US avg
How Kuttawa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population594
Median Age65.4 yrs
Density271/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$34,885
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$332M
Commute25 min
Housing
A
Home Value$268,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$207,073
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.1 in/yr
Elevation540 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.50
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute25 min
EV Stations3
Libraries2
Is Kuttawa a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kuttawa receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Kuttawa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kuttawa is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kuttawa is $268,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Kuttawa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Kuttawa has a population of 594 with a density of 271 people per square mile. The median age is 65.4 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 4.7% Black.
Population
65.4yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
The median household income in Kuttawa is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,750 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,885 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $890 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,964 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.6% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 283 |
| County GDP | $332M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 28 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,538 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.94% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |
The median home value in Kuttawa is $268,900, 5% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,073.
Home Values
| Census Median | $268,900 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $207,073 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,538 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.94% |
Health Metrics: Kuttawa vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| |
| Premature Death | 8,310/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Kuttawa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Kuttawa has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.1 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 540 ft (165 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 271/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0605°N, 88.1144°W |
| County FIPS | 21143 |