Wilder, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Hamilton County County
Wilder, KY
At a Glance
How Wilder Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wilder's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wilder a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wilder residents earn a median household income of $71,567 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,511. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 27,215 business establishments, including 2,075 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wilder is $137,600 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $217,045. Median rent is $1,376/month, with 21.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1992.
Safety & Crime
Wilder reports 98 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 650/100K.
Education
59.2% of adults in Wilder hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% above the national average). 96.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wilder has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches.