Kuttawa, KY

Kentucky

Kuttawa is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 594. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
594 Population 271/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $34,885 per capita
$268,900 Home Value $207,073 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$268,900 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

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

594
Total Population
271
People / sq mi
65.4yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kuttawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kuttawa vs U.S. Average

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: Kuttawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)283
County GDP$332M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare18
Retail28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,538
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Kuttawa is $268,900, 5% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,073.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied82.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,538
27% below US avg
Effective Rate0.94%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Premature Death8,310/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.1 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation540 ft (165 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density271/sq mi
Coordinates37.0605°N, 88.1144°W
County FIPS21143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 22.7%

Winner: Republican by 53.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.50
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density271/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants26
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Work from Home2.5%

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