Kentucky · Metropolitan Area
Sonora is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 597. Residents earn $50,417 per year, which is 33% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sonora receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sonora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Sonora is $50,417, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Sonora is $178,400, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Sonora enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,417 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,279 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $883 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,956 |
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.0% |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 327 |
| County GDP | $314M |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,140 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.20% |
| Commute Time | 24.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
| Census Median | $178,400 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $219,556 |
| Census Median Rent | $717 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,140 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.20% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| Premature Death | 12,355/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Annual Average | 56.7°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 723 ft (220 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 362/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5323°N, 85.8956°W |
| County FIPS | 21123 |
Winner: Republican by 60.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.1% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 362/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Retail Stores | 41 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 24.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |