Slaughters, KY

Kentucky

Slaughters is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 171. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
171 Population 743/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $23,084 per capita
$57,500 Home Value $185,636 Zillow
$1,068 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value, $1,068/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,068
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population171
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density743/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$23,084
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$539M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,500
Rent$1,068
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,636

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Elevation415 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+86.2%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute27 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries3

Is Slaughters a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Slaughters receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Slaughters offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Slaughters is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Slaughters is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,068 per month. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Slaughters enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Slaughters has a population of 171 with a density of 743 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

171
Total Population
743
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Slaughters vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Slaughters vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Slaughters is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Slaughters vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,084
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$60,826

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$539M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare21
Retail41
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,544
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Slaughters is $57,500, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,068 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,636.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,500
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$185,636

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,068
8% 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-Occupied73.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,544
27% below US avg
Effective Rate4.42%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Premature Death15,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access25.5%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Slaughters has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation415 ft (126 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density743/sq mi
Coordinates37.4896°N, 87.5053°W
County FIPS21233
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.4-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 20.8%

Winner: Republican by 57.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+86.2%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density743/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants12
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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