Wilmore, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Wilmore is a small city in Kentucky with a population of 6,031. Residents earn $64,245 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
6,031 Population 1,211/sq mi density
$64,245 Median Income $25,845 per capita
$210,700 Home Value $308,079 Zillow
$855 Median Rent 22.3% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
98 Violent Crime/100K 1,029 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$64,245 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$210,700 home value, $855/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
98 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,245
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,700
25% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 98/100K
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.3%
34% higher than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,031
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density1,211/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,245
Per Capita$25,845
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$3,050M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,700
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$308,079
Rent Burden22.3%

Crime

F
Violent98/100K
Property1,029/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault33/100K
Burglary212/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation891 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.3%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute21 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries2

Is Wilmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilmore receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Wilmore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilmore is $64,245, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilmore is $210,700, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Wilmore is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 98 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,029 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilmore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wilmore has a population of 6,031 with a density of 1,211 people per square mile. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 3.1% Black.

Population

6,031
Total Population
1,211
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilmore is $64,245, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Wilmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,245
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,845
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$85,251

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,973
County GDP$3,050M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare128
Retail156
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,710
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone58.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilmore is $210,700, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $308,079.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,700
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$308,079
Median List Price$301,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$301,000
$/Sq Ft$197
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden22.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,710
63% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Premature Death9,935/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access90.1%
Healthcare Facilities128
Wilmore has a violent crime rate of 98 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,029 per 100,000 (48% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent98.0/100K
74% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape65.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault32.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,028.7/100K
48% below US avg
Burglary212.3/100K
Theft800.1/100K
Vehicle Theft16.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Wilmore has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation891 ft (272 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density1,211/sq mi
Coordinates37.8778°N, 84.6639°W
County FIPS21113
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 45.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.2%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.3%
34% above US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,211/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities128
Restaurants90
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone58.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

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