Wildwood, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Wildwood is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 220. Residents earn $103,333 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
220 Population 3,143/sq mi density
$103,333 Median Income $51,657 per capita
$289,100 Home Value
$1,833 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,333 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$289,100 home value, $1,833/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,333
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $289,100
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.1%
69% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,833
58% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population220
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density3,143/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,333
Per Capita$51,657
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$78,803M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$289,100
Rent$1,833
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation656 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.1%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 57%
Commute21 min
Libraries18

Is Wildwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wildwood receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Wildwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wildwood is $103,333, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Wildwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wildwood is $289,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,833 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Wildwood is a highly educated community — 57.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Wildwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wildwood has a population of 220 with a density of 3,143 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.

Population

220
Total Population
3,143
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Wildwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.6%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wildwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wildwood is $103,333, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Wildwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,333
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,657
Avg Weekly Wage$1,371
IRS Avg AGI$79,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,844
County GDP$78,803M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,860
Healthcare2,672
Retail2,571
Manufacturing675

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home21.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Wildwood is $289,100, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,833 (58% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$289,100
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$227
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio104.4%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,833
58% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,192
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.80%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities2,672

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Safety Score

Wildwood has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density3,143/sq mi
Coordinates38.2490°N, 85.5747°W
County FIPS21111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 57.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.9%
D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.1%
69% above US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,143/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities2,672
Restaurants1,860
Retail Stores2,571

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)123

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home21.4%

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