Ravenna, KY

Kentucky

Ravenna is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 632. Residents earn $36,979 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
632 Population 2,039/sq mi density
$36,979 Median Income $19,448 per capita
$84,300 Home Value $98,700 Zillow
$843 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$36,979 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,300 home value, $843/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,979
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,300
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $843
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.9%
165% higher than US avg

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

People

Population632
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density2,039/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$36,979
Per Capita$19,448
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty32.9%
County GDP$292M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,300
Rent$843
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$98,700

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,178/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary337/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation696 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+70.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute26 min
Libraries2

Is Ravenna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ravenna receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ravenna has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ravenna is $36,979, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 32.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ravenna is $84,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $843 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ravenna is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,178 per 100,000, 40% below the national average.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ravenna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ravenna has a population of 632 with a density of 2,039 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

632
Total Population
2,039
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Ravenna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ravenna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ravenna is $36,979, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Ravenna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,979
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,448
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$49,286

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate32.9%
165% above US avg
Establishments (County)264
County GDP$292M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare29
Retail39
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,350
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ravenna is $84,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $843 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $98,700.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,300
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$98,700

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$843
28% 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-Occupied60.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,350
33% below US avg
Effective Rate2.79%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Premature Death16,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access61.0%
Healthcare Facilities29
Ravenna has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,178 per 100,000 (40% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,178.5/100K
40% below US avg
Burglary336.7/100K
Theft841.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Ravenna has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall11.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density2,039/sq mi
Coordinates37.6870°N, 83.9502°W
County FIPS21065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 63.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+70.0%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,039/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants18
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home5.3%

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