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Oakland, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Oakland is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 230.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
230 Population 164/sq mi density
$142,200 Home Value $281,086 Zillow
$900 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $142,200
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.4%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,392
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$250M
Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$142,200
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$281,086
Housing Units119
Rent Burden40.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation575 ft (175 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.4%
High School+98.3%
Graduate+10.3%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute31 min
Broadband73.4%
Libraries2

Is Oakland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakland receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Oakland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakland is $142,200, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Oakland has a population of 230 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 9.6% Black.

Population

230
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Oakland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakland is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Oakland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,392
Avg Weekly Wage$817
IRS Avg AGI$55,009

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)186
County GDP$250M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare18
Retail29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,111
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakland is $142,200, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $281,086.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,200
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$281,086

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.2%
Housing Units119
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,111
40% below US avg
Effective Rate1.48%
Oakland has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.5 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.5 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall4.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation575 ft (175 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates37.0462°N, 86.2469°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS21061
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.9-point margin. 73.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 17.9%

Winner: Republican by 62.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.4%
28% below US avg
High School+98.3%
Graduate Degree+10.3%
School Test Score5.50
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants11
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

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