Salvisa, KY

Kentucky

Salvisa is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 151. Residents earn $68,958 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
151 Population 82/sq mi density
$68,958 Median Income $20,804 per capita
$128,800 Home Value $281,913 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$68,958 median income, 9.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,800 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,958
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,800
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.4%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.1%
153% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.4%
137% higher than US avg

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

People

Population151
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$68,958
Per Capita$20,804
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty29.4%
County GDP$1,146M

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$281,913

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation818 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.4%
High School+86.4%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Broadband72.0%
Libraries2

Is Salvisa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salvisa receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Salvisa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salvisa is $68,958, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 29.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Salvisa is $128,800, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Salvisa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Salvisa has a population of 151 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

151
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Salvisa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Salvisa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salvisa is $68,958, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Salvisa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,958
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,804
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$58,278

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above US avg
Poverty Rate29.4%
137% above US avg
Establishments (County)586
County GDP$1,146M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare33
Retail54
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,242
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Salvisa is $128,800, 54% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $281,913.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,800
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$281,913

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,242
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.52%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate60.1%
Premature Death10,738/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access49.5%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Salvisa has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation818 ft (249 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates37.9255°N, 84.8632°W
County FIPS21167
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 36.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.6-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.5%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.4%
8% above US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score5.50
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants35
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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