Pembroke, KY

Kentucky

Pembroke is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 817. Residents earn $69,196 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
817 Population 736/sq mi density
$69,196 Median Income $29,293 per capita
$190,600 Home Value $271,723 Zillow
$909 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
227 Violent Crime/100K 908 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,196 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,600 home value, $909/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
227 violent crimes/100K (40% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,196
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,600
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 227/100K
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $909
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population817
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density736/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,196
Per Capita$29,293
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$569M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,600
Rent$909
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$271,723

Crime

F
Violent227/100K
Property908/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary227/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation567 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute22 min
Libraries2

Is Pembroke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pembroke receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Pembroke offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pembroke is $69,196, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 3.8% 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 Pembroke is $190,600, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $909 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Pembroke is below the national average at 227 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 908 per 100,000, 54% below the national average.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pembroke enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pembroke has a population of 817 with a density of 736 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 10.2% Black.

Population

817
Total Population
736
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pembroke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.3%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pembroke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pembroke is $69,196, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Pembroke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,196
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,293
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$60,227

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)323
County GDP$569M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare15
Retail44
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,879
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Pembroke is $190,600, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $909 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,723.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,600
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$271,723
Median List Price$199,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,900
$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.3%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$909
22% 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-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,879
46% below US avg
Effective Rate0.99%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Premature Death11,430/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access33.7%
Healthcare Facilities15
Pembroke has a violent crime rate of 227 per 100,000 residents, 40% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 908 per 100,000 (54% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent227.0/100K
40% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape227.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property908.1/100K
54% below US avg
Burglary227.0/100K
Theft454.0/100K
Vehicle Theft227.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pembroke has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation567 ft (173 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density736/sq mi
Coordinates36.7745°N, 87.3595°W
County FIPS21219
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score5.50
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density736/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants11
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home8.3%

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