Spring Mill, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Spring Mill is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 363. Residents earn $123,750 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
363 Population 6,050/sq mi density
$123,750 Median Income $42,159 per capita
$281,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$123,750 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$281,900 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,750
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $281,900
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population363
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density6,050/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$123,750
Per Capita$42,159
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$281,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.1 in/yr
Elevation648 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.1%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute25 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries18

Is Spring Mill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spring Mill receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Spring Mill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spring Mill is $123,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Spring Mill among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spring Mill is $281,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Spring Mill 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 53.1 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Spring Mill has a population of 363 with a density of 6,050 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 5.2% Black.

Population

363
Total Population
6,050
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Spring Mill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spring Mill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spring Mill is $123,750, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Spring Mill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,750
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,159
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,844
County GDP$78,803M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,860
Healthcare2,672
Retail2,571
Manufacturing675

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Spring Mill is $281,900, 0% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$281,900
0% below US avg
Median List Price$357,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$357,000
$/Sq Ft$133
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

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-Occupied99.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.84%

Health Metrics: Spring Mill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities2,672

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Safety Score

Spring Mill 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 53.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.1 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall15.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation648 ft (198 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density6,050/sq mi
Coordinates38.1436°N, 85.6316°W
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 47.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.9%
D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.1%
40% above US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,050/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities2,672
Restaurants1,860
Retail Stores2,571

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home18.2%

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