Kentucky · Metropolitan Area
Philpot is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 1,098. Residents earn $85,833 per year, which is 14% above the national average.
Based on current data, Philpot receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Philpot stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Philpot is $85,833, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Philpot is $242,100, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 42.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Philpot enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. 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 | $85,833 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,385 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,030 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,067 |
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.8% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,566 |
| County GDP | $6,151M |
| Restaurants | 202 |
| Healthcare | 391 |
| Retail | 388 |
| Manufacturing | 86 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,003 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.65% |
| Commute Time | 17.2 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
| Census Median | $242,100 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $259,548 |
| $/Sq Ft | $83 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 108.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,003 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.65% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,962/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 391 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Annual Average | 57.2°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 466 ft (142 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 335/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.7352°N, 87.0004°W |
| County FIPS | 21059 |
Winner: Republican by 31.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 42.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 335/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 391 |
| Restaurants | 202 |
| Retail Stores | 388 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Avg Commute | 17.2 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |