Kentucky · Metropolitan Area
Walton is a small city in Kentucky with a population of 5,513. Residents earn $76,375 per year, which is 2% above the national average.
Based on current data, Walton receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Walton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Walton is $76,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Walton is $226,200, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,021 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
32.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Walton 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 45.9 inches, including 16.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 95.0% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.0% |
| 63% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $76,375 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,872 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,384 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $91,998 |
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,970 |
| County GDP | $12,391M |
| Restaurants | 349 |
| Healthcare | 408 |
| Retail | 367 |
| Manufacturing | 106 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,219 |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.75% |
| Commute Time | 24.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |
| Census Median | $226,200 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $347,989 |
| Median List Price | $294,161 |
| Median List Price | $294,161 |
| $/Sq Ft | $177 |
| Homes Sold | 14 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.2% |
| Price Drops | 18.2% |
| Inventory | 33 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,021 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,219 |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.75% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,771/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 408 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Annual Average | 56.4°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.9 inches |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 16.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 870 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,158/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8624°N, 84.6150°W |
| County FIPS | 21117 |
Winner: Republican by 21.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.0% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,158/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 408 |
| Restaurants | 349 |
| Retail Stores | 367 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 24.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |