Kentucky
North Corbin is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 2,092. Residents earn $48,382 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, North Corbin receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. North Corbin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in North Corbin is $48,382, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 24.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in North Corbin is $117,700, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
North Corbin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,382 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,375 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $895 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,378 |
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.0% |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,040 |
| County GDP | $1,559M |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 107 |
| Retail | 132 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,789 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.37% |
| Commute Time | 22.3 min |
| Work from Home | 12.5% |
| Census Median | $117,700 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $159,500 |
| Median List Price | $159,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $140 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.7% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 7 |
| Census Median Rent | $833 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 42.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,789 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.37% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.8% |
| Premature Death | 16,850/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 52.0 inches |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 11.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,222 ft (372 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,216/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9656°N, 84.0956°W |
| County FIPS | 21235 |
Winner: Republican by 69.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.0% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 1,216/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Retail Stores | 132 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 22.3 min |
| Work from Home | 12.5% |