Richlawn, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Richlawn is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 331. Residents earn $121,875 per year, which is 62% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
331 Population 3,310/sq mi density
$121,875 Median Income $75,473 per capita
$398,200 Home Value
$1,889 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$121,875 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$398,200 home value, $1,889/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
69.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $121,875
62% higher than US avg
Home Value $398,200
41% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 69.6%
107% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,889
62% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population331
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density3,310/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$121,875
Per Capita$75,473
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$398,200
Rent$1,889
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units193
Rent Burden14.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation540 ft (165 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+69.6%
High School+99.2%
Graduate+34.6%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute20 min
Broadband99.4%
Libraries18

Is Richlawn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richlawn receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Richlawn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richlawn is $121,875, which is significantly higher than the national average — 62% above $75,149. This places Richlawn among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richlawn is $398,200, 41% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,889 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Richlawn is a highly educated community — 69.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Richlawn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Richlawn has a population of 331 with a density of 3,310 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

331
Total Population
3,310
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Richlawn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richlawn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richlawn is $121,875, which is 62% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Richlawn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$121,875
62% above US avg
Per Capita Income$75,473
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,844
County GDP$78,803M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,860
Healthcare2,672
Retail2,571
Manufacturing675

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Richlawn is $398,200, 41% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,889 (62% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$398,200
41% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,889
62% above US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.6%
Housing Units193
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
Richlawn has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation540 ft (165 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density3,310/sq mi
Coordinates38.2547°N, 85.6412°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 69.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (107% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin. 99.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.9%
D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+69.6%
107% above US avg
High School+99.2%
Graduate Degree+34.6%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,310/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.4%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities2,672
Restaurants1,860
Retail Stores2,571

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.3%

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