Simpsonville, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Simpsonville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 3,006. Residents earn $91,221 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
3,006 Population 1,012/sq mi density
$91,221 Median Income $39,314 per capita
$255,400 Home Value $405,638 Zillow
$1,038 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
227 Violent Crime/100K 1,588 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,221 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$255,400 home value, $1,038/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
227 violent crimes/100K (40% below avg)
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,221
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $255,400
9% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 227/100K
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.3%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,038
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,006
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density1,012/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,221
Per Capita$39,314
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$2,408M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$255,400
Rent$1,038
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$405,638

Crime

F
Violent227/100K
Property1,588/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault227/100K
Burglary151/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Elevation784 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.3%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Simpsonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Simpsonville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Simpsonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Simpsonville is $91,221, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Simpsonville is $255,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,038 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Simpsonville is below the national average at 227 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,588 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Simpsonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Simpsonville has a population of 3,006 with a density of 1,012 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 3.6% Black.

Population

3,006
Total Population
1,012
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Simpsonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.3%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.7%
20% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Simpsonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Simpsonville is $91,221, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Simpsonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,221
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,314
Avg Weekly Wage$1,059
IRS Avg AGI$85,240

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,594
County GDP$2,408M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare115
Retail197
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,781
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Simpsonville is $255,400, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,038 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $405,638.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$255,400
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$405,638
Median List Price$255,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$255,000
$/Sq Ft$211
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio96.7%
Price Drops37.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,038
11% 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-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,781
37% above US avg
Effective Rate1.87%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Premature Death8,676/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.1%
Healthcare Facilities115
Simpsonville has a violent crime rate of 227 per 100,000 residents, 40% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,588 per 100,000 (19% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent226.8/100K
40% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault226.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,587.9/100K
19% below US avg
Burglary151.2/100K
Theft1,436.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Simpsonville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation784 ft (239 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density1,012/sq mi
Coordinates38.2169°N, 85.3496°W
County FIPS21211
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 34.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.3%
14% above US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score5.50
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,012/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities115
Restaurants83
Retail Stores197

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home10.1%

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