Median Income
$67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value
$88,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$755
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
20.0%
61% higher than US avg
How Letcher Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population184
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density297/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
B+
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$27,208
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$1,725M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$88,000
Rent$755
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.8 in/yr
Elevation1,296 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+87.0%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute22 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries1
Is Letcher a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Letcher receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Letcher offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Letcher is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Letcher is $88,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $755 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Letcher experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches, including 40.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Letcher has a population of 184 with a density of 297 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%), with 8.2% Hispanic.
Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
The median household income in Letcher is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,500 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,208 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,025 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,672 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 20.0% |
| 61% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 835 |
| County GDP | $1,725M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Healthcare | 92 |
| Retail | 118 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,409 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.15% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.8 min |
| Work from Home | 12.5% |
The median home value in Letcher is $88,000, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $755 (35% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $88,000 |
| 69% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $755 |
| 35% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,409 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.15% |
In Letcher, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Letcher vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.1% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.4% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,039/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 92 |
Crime Rates: Letcher vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Letcher has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 25.8 inches |
| 32% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 40.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,296 ft (395 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 297/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.9003°N, 98.1464°W |
| County FIPS | 46035 |