Rineyville, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Rineyville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 2,869. Residents earn $82,037 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,869 Population 628/sq mi density
$82,037 Median Income $33,629 per capita
$234,900 Home Value $287,541 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$82,037 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$234,900 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,037
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $234,900
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,869
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density628/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,037
Per Capita$33,629
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$7,341M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$234,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,541

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.4 in/yr
Elevation815 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute27 min
Libraries2

Is Rineyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rineyville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Rineyville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rineyville is $82,037, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rineyville is $234,900, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Rineyville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Rineyville has a population of 2,869 with a density of 628 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.3%), with 7.3% Black.

Population

2,869
Total Population
628
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rineyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.0%
3% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rineyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rineyville is $82,037, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Rineyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,037
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,629
Avg Weekly Wage$1,073
IRS Avg AGI$65,489

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,704
County GDP$7,341M

Business (County)

Restaurants220
Healthcare391
Retail399
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,461
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Work from Home23.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rineyville is $234,900, 17% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,541.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$234,900
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$287,541
Median List Price$361,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$361,000
$/Sq Ft$155
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio101.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,461
1% below US avg
Effective Rate1.47%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Premature Death10,822/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access68.5%
Healthcare Facilities391

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Rineyville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.4 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation815 ft (248 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density628/sq mi
Coordinates37.7422°N, 85.9664°W
County FIPS21093
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.50
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density628/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities391
Restaurants220
Retail Stores399

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Work from Home23.0%

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