Wickliffe, KY

Kentucky

Wickliffe is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 700. Residents earn $38,125 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
700 Population 452/sq mi density
$38,125 Median Income $20,939 per capita
$67,700 Home Value $126,630 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$38,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,700 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,125
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,700
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population700
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density452/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,125
Per Capita$20,939
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$426M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$126,630

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation433 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 23%
Commute29 min
Libraries2

Is Wickliffe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wickliffe receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Wickliffe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wickliffe is $38,125, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wickliffe is $67,700, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Wickliffe 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.

Wickliffe has a population of 700 with a density of 452 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 14.1% Black.

Population

700
Total Population
452
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Wickliffe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wickliffe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wickliffe is $38,125, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Wickliffe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,125
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,939
Avg Weekly Wage$811
IRS Avg AGI$55,273

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)402
County GDP$426M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare27
Retail46
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,356
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Wickliffe is $67,700, 76% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $126,630.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,700
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$126,630
Median List Price$159,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$159,900
$/Sq Ft$85
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

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-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,356
33% below US avg
Effective Rate3.48%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Premature Death14,665/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access81.4%
Healthcare Facilities27

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Wickliffe 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

Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density452/sq mi
Coordinates36.9662°N, 89.0819°W
County FIPS29133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.5%
D 22.8%

Winner: Republican by 53.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score5.50
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density452/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants28
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Work from Home14.1%

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