Rolling Hills, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Rolling Hills is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 1,024. Residents earn $99,412 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,024 Population 5,389/sq mi density
$99,412 Median Income $51,777 per capita
$274,500 Home Value
$896 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$99,412 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$274,500 home value, $896/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,412
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $274,500
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.2%
31% higher than US avg
Median Rent $896
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,024
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density5,389/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,412
Per Capita$51,777
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$274,500
Rent$896
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation642 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.2%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute25 min
Libraries18

Is Rolling Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rolling Hills 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. Rolling Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rolling Hills is $99,412, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Rolling Hills among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rolling Hills is $274,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $896 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Rolling Hills 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. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Rolling Hills has a population of 1,024 with a density of 5,389 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.1%), with 11.7% Black.

Population

1,024
Total Population
5,389
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rolling Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rolling Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rolling Hills is $99,412, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Rolling Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,412
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,777
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above 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 Rate1.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home20.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Rolling Hills is $274,500, 3% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $896 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$274,500
3% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$896
23% 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-Occupied72.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.89%

Health Metrics: Rolling Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities2,672

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Safety Score

Rolling Hills 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation642 ft (196 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density5,389/sq mi
Coordinates38.2825°N, 85.5784°W
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 44.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.9%
D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.2%
31% above US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,389/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities2,672
Restaurants1,860
Retail Stores2,571

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home20.9%

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