Woodburn, KY

Kentucky

Woodburn is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 307. Residents earn $71,667 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
307 Population 714/sq mi density
$71,667 Median Income $27,136 per capita
$162,500 Home Value $290,942 Zillow
58°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$71,667 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,500 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,667
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population307
Median Age56.7 yrs
Density714/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,667
Per Capita$27,136
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$1,226M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$290,942
Housing Units108
Rent Burden19.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.3 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation628 ft (191 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute19 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries2

Is Woodburn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodburn receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Woodburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodburn is $71,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodburn is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodburn 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. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Woodburn has a population of 307 with a density of 714 people per square mile. The median age is 56.7 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

307
Total Population
714
People / sq mi
56.7yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.1%
Female 59.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodburn is $71,667, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Woodburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,667
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,136
Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$58,499

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,226M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare33
Retail80
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,297
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodburn is $162,500, 42% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $290,942.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$290,942

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden19.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.8%
Housing Units108
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,297
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.41%
Woodburn has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.3 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.3 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation628 ft (191 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density714/sq mi
Coordinates36.8415°N, 86.5311°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS21213
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.9-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 27.4%

Winner: Republican by 43.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density714/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants56
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home0.9%

Nearby Cities

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