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South Carrollton, KY

Kentucky

South Carrollton is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 180. Residents earn $40,192 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
180 Population 720/sq mi density
$40,192 Median Income $20,974 per capita
$115,200 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$40,192 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,200 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,192
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,200
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population180
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density720/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,192
Per Capita$20,974
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$1,544M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units75
Rent Burden28.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation473 ft (144 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+82.4%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries2

Is South Carrollton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Carrollton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. South Carrollton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Carrollton is $40,192, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.6% 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 South Carrollton is $115,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

South Carrollton 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. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

South Carrollton has a population of 180 with a density of 720 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

180
Total Population
720
People / sq mi
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

South Carrollton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Carrollton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Carrollton is $40,192, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: South Carrollton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,192
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,974
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$54,215

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)747
County GDP$1,544M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare69
Retail109
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,375
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone67.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.8%

Walkability

The median home value in South Carrollton is $115,200, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,200
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units75
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,375
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
South Carrollton 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 52.0 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation473 ft (144 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density720/sq mi
Coordinates37.3353°N, 87.1402°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS21177
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.4-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+82.4%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density720/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants58
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone67.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.8%

Nearby Cities

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