Wheatcroft, KY

Kentucky

Wheatcroft is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 125. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
125 Population 500/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $23,893 per capita
$71,300 Home Value
$783 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,300 home value, $783/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,300
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $783
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population125
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density500/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$23,893
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$539M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,300
Rent$783
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Elevation369 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute24 min
Broadband64.0%
Libraries3

Is Wheatcroft a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wheatcroft receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Wheatcroft offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wheatcroft is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wheatcroft is $71,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Wheatcroft enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wheatcroft has a population of 125 with a density of 500 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

125
Total Population
500
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wheatcroft vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wheatcroft vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wheatcroft is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Wheatcroft vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,893
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$60,826

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$539M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare21
Retail41
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,544
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wheatcroft is $71,300, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,300
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$783
33% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,544
27% below US avg
Effective Rate3.57%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Premature Death15,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access25.5%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Wheatcroft has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation369 ft (112 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density500/sq mi
Coordinates37.4893°N, 87.8612°W
County FIPS21233
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.4-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 20.8%

Winner: Republican by 57.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.3%
25% below US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.50
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density500/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants12
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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