Kentucky · Metropolitan Area
Smiths Grove is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 684. Residents earn $51,583 per year, which is 31% below the national average.
Based on current data, Smiths Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Smiths Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Smiths Grove is $51,583, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Smiths Grove is $159,600, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,156 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Smiths Grove 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 558 per 100,000, 72% below the national average.
14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Smiths Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,583 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,545 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $817 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,009 |
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 186 |
| County GDP | $250M |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 29 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,111 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.32% |
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |
| Census Median | $159,600 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $256,352 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,156 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,111 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.32% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,976/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| 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 | 557.9/100K |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 557.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.5 inches |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 629 ft (192 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 877/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0502°N, 86.2081°W |
| County FIPS | 21061 |
Winner: Republican by 62.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.7% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 877/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Retail Stores | 29 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 26.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |