Russellville, KY

Kentucky

Russellville is a small city in Kentucky with a population of 7,244. Residents earn $47,875 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,244 Population 659/sq mi density
$47,875 Median Income $25,266 per capita
$156,000 Home Value $188,004 Zillow
$711 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
213 Violent Crime/100K 2,878 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$47,875 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$156,000 home value, $711/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
213 violent crimes/100K (44% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,875
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,000
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 213/100K
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $711
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,244
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density659/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,875
Per Capita$25,266
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$1,331M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,000
Rent$711
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,004

Crime

F
Violent213/100K
Property2,878/100K
Murder14.2/100K
Assault128/100K
Burglary581/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Elevation604 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Libraries3

Is Russellville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Russellville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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 below-average incomes. Russellville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Russellville is $47,875, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Russellville is $156,000, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $711 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Russellville is below the national average at 213 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,878 per 100,000, 47% above the national average.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Russellville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Russellville has a population of 7,244 with a density of 659 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.9%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 10.4% Black.

Population

7,244
Total Population
659
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
11.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Russellville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Russellville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Russellville is $47,875, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Russellville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,875
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,266
Avg Weekly Wage$1,130
IRS Avg AGI$58,747

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)794
County GDP$1,331M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare47
Retail90
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,221
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Russellville is $156,000, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $711 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,004.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,000
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,004

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$711
39% 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-Occupied56.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,221
37% below US avg
Effective Rate1.42%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Premature Death10,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access43.0%
Healthcare Facilities47
Russellville has a violent crime rate of 213 per 100,000 residents, 44% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,878 per 100,000 (47% above US avg). The murder rate is 14.2 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent212.7/100K
44% below US avg
Murder14.2/100K
125% above US avg
Rape28.4/100K
Robbery42.5/100K
Assault127.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,878.2/100K
47% above US avg
Burglary581.3/100K
Theft2,197.7/100K
Vehicle Theft99.3/100K
Arson14.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Russellville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.9 inches
42% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Area11.0 sq mi (28.5 km²)
Population Density659/sq mi
Coordinates36.8395°N, 86.8956°W
County FIPS21141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 21.9%

Winner: Republican by 55.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+87.3%
School Test Score5.50
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density659/sq mi
Total Area11.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants35
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home3.5%

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