Sedalia, KY

Kentucky

Sedalia is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 136. Residents earn $70,714 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
136 Population 115/sq mi density
$70,714 Median Income $28,185 per capita
$119,700 Home Value $177,105 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,714 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,700 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,714
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,700
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.7%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population136
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans88.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,714
Per Capita$28,185
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,754M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,105

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation498 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute27 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries2

Is Sedalia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sedalia receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Sedalia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sedalia is $70,714, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sedalia is $119,700, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sedalia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sedalia has a population of 136 with a density of 115 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

136
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sedalia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sedalia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sedalia is $70,714, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Sedalia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,714
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,185
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$61,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,042
County GDP$1,754M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare83
Retail133
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,368
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sedalia is $119,700, 58% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,105.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,700
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,105

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)$2,368
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.98%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,917/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access31.9%
Healthcare Facilities83

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Sedalia has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation498 ft (152 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates36.6486°N, 88.6014°W
County FIPS21083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 18.6%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.7%
0% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.50
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density115/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants49
Retail Stores133

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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