Median Income
$71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$56,300
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$717
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.0%
75% lower than US avg
How Mullinville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population230
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density359/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans8.4%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$39,594
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$135M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$56,300
Rent$717
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$116,795
Rent Burden12.8%
Health
Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Elevation2,326 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+80.0%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute22 min
Broadband79.8%
Libraries3
Is Mullinville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mullinville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mullinville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mullinville is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mullinville is $56,300, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Mullinville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.0 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Mullinville has a population of 230 with a density of 359 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 5.7% Hispanic.
Population
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Mullinville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.7% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.3% |
| 68% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Mullinville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Mullinville is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Mullinville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,250 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,594 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $759 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,908 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.0% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 104 |
| County GDP | $135M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,767 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 96.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
The median home value in Mullinville is $56,300, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $717 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $116,795.
Home Values
| Census Median | $56,300 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $116,795 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $717 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 12.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,767 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.91% |
In Mullinville, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mullinville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.2% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,168/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Mullinville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Mullinville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.0 inches |
| 32% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 16.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,326 ft (709 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 359/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5886°N, 99.4756°W |
| County FIPS | 20097 |