Uniontown, KY

Kentucky

Uniontown is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 809. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
809 Population 952/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $25,809 per capita
$62,300 Home Value $100,165 Zillow
$775 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$62,300 home value, $775/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $62,300
78% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population809
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density952/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$25,809
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$1,146M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$62,300
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$100,165

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,668/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary521/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation363 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute18 min
Libraries3

Is Uniontown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Uniontown receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Uniontown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Uniontown is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Uniontown is $62,300, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Uniontown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,668 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Uniontown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Uniontown has a population of 809 with a density of 952 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%).

Population

809
Total Population
952
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Uniontown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Uniontown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Uniontown is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Uniontown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,809
Avg Weekly Wage$1,175
IRS Avg AGI$62,483

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)390
County GDP$1,146M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare35
Retail48
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,260
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Uniontown is $62,300, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $100,165.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$62,300
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$100,165

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% 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-Occupied76.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,260
35% below US avg
Effective Rate3.63%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Premature Death10,035/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities35
Uniontown has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,668 per 100,000 (15% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,668.4/100K
15% below US avg
Burglary521.4/100K
Theft1,042.8/100K
Vehicle Theft104.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Uniontown has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation363 ft (111 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density952/sq mi
Coordinates37.7734°N, 87.9322°W
County FIPS21225
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.5%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.50
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density952/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants23
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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