Tolu, KY

Kentucky

Tolu is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 35.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
35 Population 100/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,706 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population35
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female86% / 14%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans29.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,706
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$125M
Commute18 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation376 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+75.9%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute18 min
Broadband13.0%
Libraries1

Is Tolu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tolu receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Tolu 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%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Tolu experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Tolu has a population of 35 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

35
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 85.7%
Female 14.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tolu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Tolu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tolu is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Tolu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,706
Avg Weekly Wage$888
IRS Avg AGI$54,659

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)57
County GDP$125M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare11
Retail8

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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-Occupied38.5%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death12,840/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access73.8%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Tolu has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation376 ft (115 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates37.4337°N, 88.2448°W
County FIPS17069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.8-point margin. 13.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 18.6%

Winner: Republican by 61.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+75.9%
School Test Score5.50
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants9
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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