Kentucky
Providence is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 2,861. Residents earn $53,208 per year, which is 29% below the national average.
Based on current data, Providence receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Providence has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Providence is $53,208, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in Providence is $66,800, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $623 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Providence is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 96 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 925 per 100,000, 53% below the national average.
16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Providence enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $53,208 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,024 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,010 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,826 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 294 |
| County GDP | $539M |
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,544 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.81% |
| Commute Time | 32.2 min |
| Work from Home | 1.4% |
| Census Median | $66,800 |
| 76% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $101,497 |
| Census Median Rent | $623 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,544 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.81% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| Premature Death | 15,679/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 25.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
| Total Violent | 95.7/100K |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 31.9/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 63.8/100K |
| Total Property | 925.3/100K |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 382.9/100K |
| Theft | 510.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 31.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.5 inches |
| 28% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 421 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 474/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3991°N, 87.7517°W |
| County FIPS | 21233 |
Winner: Republican by 57.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.0% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 474/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.0 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Retail Stores | 41 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 32.2 min |
| Work from Home | 1.4% |