Pathfork, KY

Kentucky

Pathfork is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 606. Residents earn $45,913 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
606 Population 489/sq mi density
$45,913 Median Income $17,753 per capita
$33,400 Home Value $79,378 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$45,913 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$33,400 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,913
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $33,400
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.7%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population606
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density489/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,913
Per Capita$17,753
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty24.1%
County GDP$997M

Housing

A+
Home Value$33,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$79,378

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Elevation1,554 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.7%
High School+71.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
CommuteN/A
Libraries3

Is Pathfork a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pathfork receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pathfork offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pathfork is $45,913, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pathfork is $33,400, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 71.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pathfork enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pathfork has a population of 606 with a density of 489 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

606
Total Population
489
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pathfork vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pathfork vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pathfork is $45,913, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Pathfork vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,913
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,753
Avg Weekly Wage$816
IRS Avg AGI$43,735

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)612
County GDP$997M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare75
Retail111
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,740
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.20%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pathfork is $33,400, 88% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $79,378.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$33,400
88% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$79,378

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,740
22% below US avg
Effective Rate8.20%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Premature Death19,303/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.6/10
Exercise Access88.8%
Healthcare Facilities75

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Pathfork has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,554 ft (474 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density489/sq mi
Coordinates36.7622°N, 83.4743°W
County FIPS21013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.9%
D 15.2%

Winner: Republican by 68.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.7%
0% below US avg
High School+71.5%
School Test Score5.50
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density489/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants54
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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