Spottsville, KY

Kentucky

Spottsville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 130. Residents earn $56,563 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
130 Population 277/sq mi density
$56,563 Median Income $40,252 per capita
$90,600 Home Value $180,629 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$56,563 median income, 11.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,600 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,563
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,600
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.5%
219% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population130
Median Age58.6 yrs
Density277/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.7%

Economy

D
Median Income$56,563
Per Capita$40,252
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$2,756M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,629

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation438 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+65.6%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute10 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries2

Is Spottsville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spottsville is $56,563, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spottsville is $90,600, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Spottsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Spottsville has a population of 130 with a density of 277 people per square mile. The median age is 58.6 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

130
Total Population
277
People / sq mi
58.6yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33.8%
Female 66.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Spottsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Spottsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spottsville is $56,563, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Spottsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,563
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,252
Avg Weekly Wage$1,073
IRS Avg AGI$63,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,442
County GDP$2,756M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare139
Retail150
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,441
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.7 min
Drive Alone43.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Spottsville is $90,600, 68% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,629.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,600
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,629

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,441
2% below US avg
Effective Rate3.80%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death11,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities139

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Spottsville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation438 ft (134 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density277/sq mi
Coordinates37.8552°N, 87.4193°W
County FIPS21101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.2-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 29.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+65.6%
School Test Score5.50
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density277/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities139
Restaurants80
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.7 min
Drive Alone43.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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