Summersville, KY

Kentucky

Summersville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 360. Residents earn $51,696 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
360 Population 125/sq mi density
$51,696 Median Income $21,520 per capita
$92,500 Home Value $203,692 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
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$51,696 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,696
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population360
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density125/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,696
Per Capita$21,520
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$239M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,692

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Elevation813 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+63.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute15 min
Libraries1

Is Summersville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Summersville is $51,696, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summersville is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Summersville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Summersville has a population of 360 with a density of 125 people per square mile. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

360
Total Population
125
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Summersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.2%
18% below US avg
Spanish35.8%
167% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Summersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summersville is $51,696, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Summersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,696
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,520
Avg Weekly Wage$818
IRS Avg AGI$47,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)244
County GDP$239M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare24
Retail30
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,571
55% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Summersville is $92,500, 67% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,692.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$203,692

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-Occupied66.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,571
55% below US avg
Effective Rate1.70%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.8%
Premature Death11,040/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access36.4%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Summersville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation813 ft (248 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density125/sq mi
Coordinates37.3261°N, 85.5368°W
County FIPS21087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.9%
D 13.4%

Winner: Republican by 72.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+63.5%
School Test Score5.50
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density125/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants10
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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