Mount Olivet, KY

Kentucky

Mount Olivet is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 155. Residents earn $26,786 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
155 Population 187/sq mi density
$26,786 Median Income $27,911 per capita
$72,100 Home Value $168,908 Zillow
$605 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$26,786 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,100 home value, $605/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,786
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,100
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $605
48% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,786
Per Capita$27,911
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$42M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,100
Rent$605
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,908

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation899 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute31 min
Broadband89.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Mount Olivet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Olivet receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Mount Olivet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Olivet is $26,786, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Olivet is $72,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $605 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Olivet 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 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mount Olivet has a population of 155 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

155
Total Population
187
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Olivet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mount Olivet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Olivet is $26,786, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Mount Olivet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,786
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,911
Avg Weekly Wage$740
IRS Avg AGI$50,922

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)62
County GDP$42M

Business (County)

Healthcare4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Olivet is $72,100, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $605 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,908.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,100
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,908

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$605
48% 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-Occupied71.6%

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Mount Olivet vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Premature Death14,500/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access1.7%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Mount Olivet 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 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation899 ft (274 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density187/sq mi
Coordinates38.5309°N, 84.0339°W
County FIPS21201
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 61.2-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.50
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density187/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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