Wallins Creek, KY

Kentucky

Wallins Creek is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 221. Residents earn $102,929 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
221 Population 417/sq mi density
$102,929 Median Income $44,205 per capita
$187,500 Home Value $86,737 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$102,929 median income, 8.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,500 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,929
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.1%
125% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population221
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density417/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$102,929
Per Capita$44,205
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$760M

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$86,737

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Elevation1,128 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+82.8%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 12%
CommuteN/A
Libraries4

Is Wallins Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wallins Creek receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Wallins Creek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wallins Creek is $102,929, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Wallins Creek among higher-income communities. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wallins Creek is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Wallins Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wallins Creek has a population of 221 with a density of 417 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

221
Total Population
417
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wallins Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.5%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wallins Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wallins Creek is $102,929, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Wallins Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,929
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,205
Avg Weekly Wage$855
IRS Avg AGI$43,821

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)525
County GDP$760M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare45
Retail86
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,525
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wallins Creek is $187,500, 33% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $86,737.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$86,737

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-Occupied84.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,525
28% below US avg
Effective Rate1.35%

Health Metrics: Wallins Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Premature Death20,677/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access59.7%
Healthcare Facilities45

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Wallins Creek has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,128 ft (344 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density417/sq mi
Coordinates36.8300°N, 83.4175°W
County FIPS21095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 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 76.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.7%
D 11.6%

Winner: Republican by 76.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+82.8%
School Test Score5.50
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density417/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants37
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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