Summer Shade, KY

Kentucky

Summer Shade is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 295.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
295 Population 145/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $21,065 per capita
N/A Home Value $181,039 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population295
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,065
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$254M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,039

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation908 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+81.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2

Is Summer Shade a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summer Shade receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Summer Shade faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Summer Shade enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Summer Shade has a population of 295 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

295
Total Population
145
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Summer Shade vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Summer Shade vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summer Shade is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Summer Shade vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,065
Avg Weekly Wage$853
IRS Avg AGI$43,969

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)258
County GDP$254M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare16
Retail20
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,850
47% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,039.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$181,039

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-Occupied73.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,850
47% below US avg

Health Metrics: Summer Shade vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Premature Death12,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access55.8%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Summer Shade has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation908 ft (277 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates36.8839°N, 85.7119°W
County FIPS21169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 64.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+81.0%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density145/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants10
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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