Nebo, KY

Kentucky

Nebo is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 223. Residents earn $47,031 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
223 Population 892/sq mi density
$47,031 Median Income $29,015 per capita
$109,800 Home Value $165,557 Zillow
$931 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$47,031 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,800 home value, $931/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,031
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,800
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $931
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population223
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density892/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,031
Per Capita$29,015
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$2,661M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,800
Rent$931
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,557

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Elevation401 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute26 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries2

Is Nebo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nebo receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Nebo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nebo is $47,031, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nebo is $109,800, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $931 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Nebo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Nebo has a population of 223 with a density of 892 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

223
Total Population
892
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Nebo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nebo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nebo is $47,031, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Nebo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,031
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,015
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$61,081

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,209
County GDP$2,661M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare125
Retail164
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,074
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nebo is $109,800, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $931 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,557.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,800
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,557

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$931
20% 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-Occupied71.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,074
12% below US avg
Effective Rate2.80%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Premature Death11,560/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access61.9%
Healthcare Facilities125

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Nebo has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation401 ft (122 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density892/sq mi
Coordinates37.3832°N, 87.6416°W
County FIPS21107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.9-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 50.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density892/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities125
Restaurants76
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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