Marrowbone, KY

Kentucky

Marrowbone is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 56.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
56 Population 44/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $61,941 per capita
$94,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $94,400
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population56
Median Age69.7 yrs
Density44/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans64.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$61,941
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$253M

Housing

Home Value$94,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation726 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
CommuteN/A
Broadband28.0%
Libraries2

Is Marrowbone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marrowbone receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Marrowbone stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marrowbone is $94,400, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% 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

Marrowbone enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Marrowbone has a population of 56 with a density of 44 people per square mile. The median age is 69.7 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

56
Total Population
44
People / sq mi
69.7yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.9%
Female 41.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Marrowbone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Marrowbone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marrowbone is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Marrowbone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$61,941
Avg Weekly Wage$930
IRS Avg AGI$48,151

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$253M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare10
Retail25
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Marrowbone is $94,400, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,400
67% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg
Effective Rate1.91%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,296/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Marrowbone has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation726 ft (221 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates36.8348°N, 85.5031°W
County FIPS21057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.9-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 70.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density44/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access28.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants14
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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