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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,875 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,266 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,130 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,747 |
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 794 |
| County GDP | $1,331M |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 47 |
| Retail | 90 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,221 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.42% |
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |
| Census Median | $156,000 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $188,004 |
| Census Median Rent | $711 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,221 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.42% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,817/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 47 |
| Total Violent | 212.7/100K |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Murder | 14.2/100K |
| 125% above US avg | |
| Rape | 28.4/100K |
| Robbery | 42.5/100K |
| Assault | 127.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,878.2/100K |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 581.3/100K |
| Theft | 2,197.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 99.3/100K |
| Arson | 14.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.9 inches |
| 42% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Area | 11.0 sq mi (28.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 659/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8395°N, 86.8956°W |
| County FIPS | 21141 |
Winner: Republican by 55.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.2% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 659/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.0 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 47 |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Retail Stores | 90 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |