St. Joseph, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

St. Joseph is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 192.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
192 Population 519/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $12,829 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population192
Median Age72.3 yrs
Density519/mi²
Male / Female6% / 94%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,829
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$345M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation412 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
CommuteN/A
Broadband12.0%
Libraries2

Is St. Joseph a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%.

Education

St. Joseph is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

St. Joseph 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.

St. Joseph has a population of 192 with a density of 519 people per square mile. The median age is 72.3 years, 86% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75%).

Population

192
Total Population
519
People / sq mi
72.3yrs
Median Age
86% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 5.7%
Female 94.3%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Joseph vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.1%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.9%
11% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Joseph vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Joseph is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: St. Joseph vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,829
Avg Weekly Wage$847
IRS Avg AGI$61,508

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)248
County GDP$345M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare13
Retail34
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,100
40% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home34.4%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,100
40% below US avg

Health Metrics: St. Joseph vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death8,600/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access1.5%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

St. Joseph 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

Elevation412 ft (126 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density519/sq mi
Coordinates37.6923°N, 87.3285°W
County FIPS21149
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.9-point margin. 12.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 55.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density519/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access12.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants12
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home34.4%

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