Water Valley, KY

Kentucky

Water Valley is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 112.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
112 Population 211/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $38,899 per capita
N/A Home Value $109,662 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population112
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density211/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans88.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,899
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$280M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$109,662

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation389 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
CommuteN/A
Broadband52.0%
Libraries1

Is Water Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Water Valley receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Water Valley faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Water Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Water Valley has a population of 112 with a density of 211 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

112
Total Population
211
People / sq mi
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Water Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Water Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Water Valley is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Water Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,899
Avg Weekly Wage$792
IRS Avg AGI$56,054

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)111
County GDP$280M

Business (County)

Healthcare8
Retail17
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,850
47% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $109,662.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$109,662

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,850
47% below US avg

Health Metrics: Water Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death14,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access53.2%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Water Valley has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation389 ft (119 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density211/sq mi
Coordinates36.5687°N, 88.8100°W
County FIPS21105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density211/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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