Muldraugh, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Muldraugh is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 1,164. Residents earn $47,059 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,164 Population 2,238/sq mi density
$47,059 Median Income $34,521 per capita
$77,300 Home Value
$909 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
187 Violent Crime/100K 1,495 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$47,059 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,300 home value, $909/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
187 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,059
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,300
73% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 187/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $909
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,164
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density2,238/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,059
Per Capita$34,521
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$3,824M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,300
Rent$909
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent187/100K
Property1,495/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault187/100K
Burglary280/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.6 in/yr
Elevation741 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+88.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute37 min
Libraries5

Is Muldraugh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muldraugh receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Muldraugh has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Muldraugh is $47,059, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Muldraugh is $77,300, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $909 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Muldraugh is below the national average at 187 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,495 per 100,000, 24% below the national average.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Muldraugh enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Muldraugh has a population of 1,164 with a density of 2,238 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 4.3% Hispanic, 4.2% Black.

Population

1,164
Total Population
2,238
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Muldraugh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Muldraugh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muldraugh is $47,059, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Muldraugh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,059
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,521
Avg Weekly Wage$1,006
IRS Avg AGI$68,787

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,788
County GDP$3,824M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare130
Retail185
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,555
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.5 min
Work from Home20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Muldraugh is $77,300, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $909 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,300
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$59
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$909
22% 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-Occupied46.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,555
2% above US avg
Effective Rate4.60%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Premature Death10,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities130
Muldraugh has a violent crime rate of 187 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,495 per 100,000 (24% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent186.9/100K
51% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault186.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,495.3/100K
24% below US avg
Burglary280.4/100K
Theft841.1/100K
Vehicle Theft373.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Muldraugh has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.6 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density2,238/sq mi
Coordinates37.9366°N, 85.9915°W
County FIPS21029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%
D 23.8%

Winner: Republican by 51 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score5.50
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,238/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants103
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.5 min
Work from Home20.6%

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