Kentucky
Science Hill is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 790. Residents earn $53,542 per year, which is 29% below the national average.
Based on current data, Science Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Science Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Science Hill is $53,542, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Science Hill is $129,300, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $843 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Science Hill is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 425 per 100,000, 78% below the national average.
11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Science Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $53,542 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,647 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $924 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,855 |
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.6% |
| 90% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,166 |
| County GDP | $3,033M |
| Restaurants | 106 |
| Healthcare | 268 |
| Retail | 300 |
| Manufacturing | 68 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,816 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.18% |
| Commute Time | 21.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |
| Census Median | $129,300 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $179,153 |
| Census Median Rent | $843 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,816 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.18% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| Premature Death | 12,731/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 268 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 424.9/100K |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 141.6/100K |
| Theft | 283.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.3 inches |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 5.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,114 ft (340 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,013/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1732°N, 84.6337°W |
| County FIPS | 21199 |
Winner: Republican by 65.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.4% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 1,013/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 268 |
| Restaurants | 106 |
| Retail Stores | 300 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 21.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |