Mays Lick, KY

Kentucky

Mays Lick is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 97. Residents earn $39,688 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
97 Population 152/sq mi density
$39,688 Median Income $160,727 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$39,688 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,688
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.3%
241% higher than US avg

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

People

Population97
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density152/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans82.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,688
Per Capita$160,727
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty42.3%
County GDP$1,543M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation918 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
CommuteN/A
Broadband55.0%
Libraries1

Is Mays Lick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mays Lick receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mays Lick has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mays Lick is $39,688, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 42.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mays Lick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mays Lick has a population of 97 with a density of 152 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 8.2% Black.

Population

97
Total Population
152
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.1%
Female 63.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mays Lick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.8%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.2%
51% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mays Lick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mays Lick is $39,688, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 42.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Mays Lick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,688
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$160,727
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$59,514

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate42.3%
241% above US avg
Establishments (County)717
County GDP$1,543M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare59
Retail89
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,010
14% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home21.4%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied83.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,010
14% below US avg

Health Metrics: Mays Lick vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.6%
Premature Death12,340/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access65.2%
Healthcare Facilities59

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Mays Lick has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation918 ft (280 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates38.5198°N, 83.8461°W
County FIPS21161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.7-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.2%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 43.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.50
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density152/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants49
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home21.4%

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