Wingo, KY

Kentucky

Wingo is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 676. Residents earn $46,042 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
676 Population 690/sq mi density
$46,042 Median Income $23,691 per capita
$112,000 Home Value $155,087 Zillow
$648 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$46,042 median income, 9.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,000 home value, $648/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,042
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,000
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $648
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.7%
51% higher than US avg

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

People

Population676
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density690/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

C
Median Income$46,042
Per Capita$23,691
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty18.7%
County GDP$1,754M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,000
Rent$648
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,087

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation497 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute28 min
Libraries2

Is Wingo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wingo receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Wingo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wingo is $46,042, 39% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wingo is $112,000, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $648 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Wingo 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.

Wingo has a population of 676 with a density of 690 people per square mile. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.3%), with 12.9% Black.

Population

676
Total Population
690
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Wingo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wingo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wingo is $46,042, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Wingo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,042
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,691
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$61,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.7%
51% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,042
County GDP$1,754M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare83
Retail133
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,368
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wingo is $112,000, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $648 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,087.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,000
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,087
Median List Price$172,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$172,250
$/Sq Ft$78
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio88.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$648
44% 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-Occupied62.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,368
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.11%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Premature Death10,917/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access31.9%
Healthcare Facilities83

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Wingo 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

Elevation497 ft (151 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density690/sq mi
Coordinates36.6414°N, 88.7411°W
County FIPS21083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 18.6%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density690/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants49
Retail Stores133

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Work from Home4.0%

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