Verona, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Verona is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 1,196. Residents earn $121,250 per year, which is 61% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,196 Population 98/sq mi density
$121,250 Median Income $54,009 per capita
$331,100 Home Value $349,219 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$121,250 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$331,100 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $121,250
61% higher than US avg
Home Value $331,100
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.2%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,196
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density98/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$121,250
Per Capita$54,009
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$784M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$331,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$349,219

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation852 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.2%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute38 min
Libraries1

Is Verona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Verona receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Verona stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Verona is $121,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 61% above $75,149. This places Verona among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Verona is $331,100, 17% above the national median. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Verona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Verona has a population of 1,196 with a density of 98 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

1,196
Total Population
98
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
12.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Verona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Verona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Verona is $121,250, which is 61% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Verona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$121,250
61% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,009
Avg Weekly Wage$1,003
IRS Avg AGI$60,681

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)629
County GDP$784M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare43
Retail76
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.6 min
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Verona is $331,100, 17% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $349,219.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$331,100
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$349,219

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-Occupied95.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Rate0.98%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Premature Death12,411/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access62.6%
Healthcare Facilities43

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Verona has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation852 ft (260 m)
Area12.2 sq mi (31.7 km²)
Population Density98/sq mi
Coordinates38.8052°N, 84.6637°W
County FIPS21081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 46.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.7%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.2%
37% above US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density98/sq mi
Total Area12.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants46
Retail Stores76

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.6 min
Work from Home11.9%

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