Sycamore, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Sycamore is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 109. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
109 Population 5,450/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $48,308 per capita
$187,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,500 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.9%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population109
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density5,450/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$48,308
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation698 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.9%
High School+96.9%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute16 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries18

Is Sycamore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sycamore receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Sycamore stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sycamore is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sycamore is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sycamore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sycamore has a population of 109 with a density of 5,450 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 10.1% Black.

Population

109
Total Population
5,450
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.3%
Female 58.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sycamore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sycamore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sycamore is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Sycamore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,308
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% 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 Rate2.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sycamore is $187,500, 33% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg

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-Occupied97.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.77%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Safety Score

Sycamore has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation698 ft (213 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density5,450/sq mi
Coordinates38.2468°N, 85.5612°W
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin. 84.0% 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+28.9%
14% below US avg
High School+96.9%
School Test Score5.50
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,450/sq mi
Total Area0.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities2,672
Restaurants1,860
Retail Stores2,571

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Work from Home12.1%

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