Willisburg, KY

Kentucky

Willisburg is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 359. Residents earn $56,042 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
359 Population 520/sq mi density
$56,042 Median Income $21,048 per capita
$150,000 Home Value $240,476 Zillow
$883 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,042 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $883/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,042
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $883
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population359
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density520/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,042
Per Capita$21,048
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$468M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$240,476

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Elevation851 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+72.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute28 min
Libraries2

Is Willisburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willisburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Willisburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Willisburg is $56,042, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willisburg is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Willisburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Willisburg has a population of 359 with a density of 520 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

359
Total Population
520
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.3%
Female 33.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Willisburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Willisburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willisburg is $56,042, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Willisburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,042
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,048
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$57,223

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)361
County GDP$468M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare34
Retail36
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,129
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Willisburg is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $240,476.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$240,476

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$883
24% below 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-Occupied74.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,129
11% below US avg
Effective Rate2.09%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Premature Death10,519/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access18.2%
Healthcare Facilities34

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Willisburg has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall11.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation851 ft (259 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density520/sq mi
Coordinates37.8103°N, 85.1196°W
County FIPS21229
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.5%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+72.0%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density520/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants15
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home7.2%

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