Loyall, KY

Kentucky

Loyall is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 496. Residents earn $31,250 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
496 Population 1,653/sq mi density
$31,250 Median Income $17,516 per capita
$73,300 Home Value
$631 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
150 Violent Crime/100K 898 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$31,250 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,300 home value, $631/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
150 violent crimes/100K (61% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,250
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,300
74% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 150/100K
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $631
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.9%
190% higher than US avg

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

People

Population496
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density1,653/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,250
Per Capita$17,516
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty35.9%
County GDP$760M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,300
Rent$631
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent150/100K
Property898/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault150/100K
Burglary150/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Elevation1,190 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+75.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 12%
Commute24 min
Libraries4

Is Loyall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Loyall receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Loyall has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Loyall is $31,250, 58% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 35.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Loyall is $73,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $631 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Loyall is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 150 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 898 per 100,000, 54% below the national average.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Loyall enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Loyall has a population of 496 with a density of 1,653 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 3.6% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

496
Total Population
1,653
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Loyall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Loyall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loyall is $31,250, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Loyall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,250
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,516
Avg Weekly Wage$855
IRS Avg AGI$43,821

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.9%
190% above US avg
Establishments (County)525
County GDP$760M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare45
Retail86
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,525
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Loyall is $73,300, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $631 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,300
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$631
46% 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-Occupied47.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,525
28% below US avg
Effective Rate3.44%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Premature Death20,677/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access59.7%
Healthcare Facilities45
Loyall has a violent crime rate of 150 per 100,000 residents, 61% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 898 per 100,000 (54% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent149.7/100K
61% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault149.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property898.2/100K
54% below US avg
Burglary149.7/100K
Theft748.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Loyall has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,190 ft (363 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,653/sq mi
Coordinates36.8519°N, 83.3490°W
County FIPS21095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.7%
D 11.6%

Winner: Republican by 76.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+75.0%
School Test Score5.50
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,653/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants37
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Work from Home1.6%

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