Taylorsville, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Taylorsville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 1,566. Residents earn $41,917 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,566 Population 1,666/sq mi density
$41,917 Median Income $21,187 per capita
$148,500 Home Value $365,739 Zillow
$804 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
251 Violent Crime/100K 2,760 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$41,917 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$148,500 home value, $804/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
251 violent crimes/100K (34% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,917
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,500
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 251/100K
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $804
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,566
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,666/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,917
Per Capita$21,187
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$445M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,500
Rent$804
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$365,739

Crime

F
Violent251/100K
Property2,760/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault251/100K
Burglary125/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation483 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+80.7%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Taylorsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taylorsville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Taylorsville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taylorsville is $41,917, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taylorsville is $148,500, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $804 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Taylorsville is below the national average at 251 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,760 per 100,000, 41% above the national average.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Taylorsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Taylorsville has a population of 1,566 with a density of 1,666 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

1,566
Total Population
1,666
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.4%
Female 63.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Taylorsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Taylorsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taylorsville is $41,917, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Taylorsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,917
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,187
Avg Weekly Wage$885
IRS Avg AGI$81,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)440
County GDP$445M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare19
Retail28
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,340
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Taylorsville is $148,500, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $804 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $365,739.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,500
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$365,739

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$804
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied25.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,340
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.25%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Premature Death8,170/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access39.8%
Healthcare Facilities19
Taylorsville has a violent crime rate of 251 per 100,000 residents, 34% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,760 per 100,000 (41% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent250.9/100K
34% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault250.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,760.4/100K
41% above US avg
Burglary125.5/100K
Theft2,509.4/100K
Vehicle Theft125.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Taylorsville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation483 ft (147 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,666/sq mi
Coordinates38.0323°N, 85.3495°W
County FIPS21215
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.8%
D 21%

Winner: Republican by 56.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+80.7%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,666/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants15
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Work from Home14.6%

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