Sorgho, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Sorgho is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 2,928. Residents earn $118,688 per year, which is 58% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,928 Population 618/sq mi density
$118,688 Median Income $34,489 per capita
$252,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$118,688 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$252,800 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $118,688
58% higher than US avg
Home Value $252,800
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,928
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density618/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$118,688
Per Capita$34,489
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$6,151M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$252,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation394 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute23 min
Libraries1

Is Sorgho a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sorgho receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Sorgho stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sorgho is $118,688, which is significantly higher than the national average — 58% above $75,149. This places Sorgho among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sorgho is $252,800, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.8% 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

Sorgho enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sorgho has a population of 2,928 with a density of 618 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

2,928
Total Population
618
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.1%
Female 58.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sorgho vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sorgho vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sorgho is $118,688, which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Sorgho vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$118,688
58% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,489
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$67,067

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,566
County GDP$6,151M

Business (County)

Restaurants202
Healthcare391
Retail388
Manufacturing86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,003
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sorgho is $252,800, 10% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$252,800
10% below US avg
Median List Price$339,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$339,900
$/Sq Ft$196
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory2

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-Occupied95.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,003
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.58%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death9,962/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access87.1%
Healthcare Facilities391

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Sorgho has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.3 km²)
Population Density618/sq mi
Coordinates37.7459°N, 87.2129°W
County FIPS21059
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 37.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.2%
D 33.3%

Winner: Republican by 31.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.8%
12% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.50
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density618/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities391
Restaurants202
Retail Stores388

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home7.2%

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