Woodlawn, KY — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $100,625

34% higher than US avg

Home Value $202,800

28% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 54.1%

61% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,714

47% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.0%

44% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.2%

66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population163

Median Age43.3 yrs

Density2,717/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans4.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$100,625

Per Capita$50,396

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty4.2%

County GDP$107,275M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$202,800

Rent$1,714

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$221,804

Housing Units69

Rent Burden27.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain43.4 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation569 ft (173 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+54.1%

High School+95.5%

Graduate+18.0%

School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%

Commute18 min

Broadband69.0%

Libraries41

Is Woodlawn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodlawn 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, affordable housing. Woodlawn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodlawn is $100,625, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Woodlawn among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodlawn is $202,800, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,714 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Woodlawn is a highly educated community — 54.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodlawn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Woodlawn has a population of 163 with a density of 2,717 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.6% female and 53.4% male. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 3.7% Hispanic, 3.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.3% of residents. 4.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 95.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

163

Total Population

2,717

People / sq mi

43.3yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%

Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodlawn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	95.3%
	21% above US avg
Spanish	4.7%
	65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodlawn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodlawn is $100,625, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,396 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,479. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 27,215 business establishments, including 2,075 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Woodlawn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$100,625
	34% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$50,396
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,479
IRS Avg AGI	$97,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.0%
	44% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.2%
	66% below US avg
Establishments (County)	27,215
County GDP	$107,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants	2,075
Healthcare	2,590
Retail	2,526
Manufacturing	920

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$9,087
	160% above US avg
Cost of Living	90.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.4 min
Drive Alone	71.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodlawn is $202,800, 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,804. Homes sell for 95.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,714 (47% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 69 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1951. The average annual property tax is $9,087 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$202,800
	28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$221,804

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$191
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	95.4%
Price Drops	0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,714
	47% above US avg
Rent Burden	27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	85.5%
Renter-Occupied	14.5%
Housing Units	69
Median Year Built	1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$9,087
	160% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.48%

Woodlawn experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 569 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	54.8°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	32°F (0°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	43.4 inches
	14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	569 ft (173 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density	2,717/sq mi
Coordinates	39.0909°N, 84.4728°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Hamilton County County
County FIPS	39061

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	32°F (0°C)	2.8 in	Coldest
February	34°F (1°C)	2.7 in	Driest
March	43°F (6°C)	4.1 in
April	53°F (12°C)	4.0 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	3.8 in
July	76°F (24°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	74°F (24°C)	3.8 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.2 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.0 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.5 in
December	35°F (2°C)	3.2 in

Woodlawn has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 32°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.7").

Woodlawn is located in Hamilton County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 54.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. 18.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 57% of the vote, a 14.9-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 41 public libraries serving the community. 2,590 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.1%

D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	54.1%
	61% above US avg
High School+	95.5%
Graduate Degree+	18.0%
School Test Score	5.50

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	2,717/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi
County	Hamilton County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	69.0%
Public Libraries	41
Healthcare Facilities	2,590
Restaurants	2,075
Retail Stores	2,526

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	75

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.4 min
Drive Alone	71.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Woodlawn

What is the population of Woodlawn?

Woodlawn has a population of 163 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 2,717 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.6% female and 53.4% male.

Is Woodlawn expensive to live in?

Woodlawn is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.2 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $100,625, 34% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $202,800 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,714 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Woodlawn?

Woodlawn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Woodlawn?

The job market in Woodlawn is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,479. There are 27,215 business establishments in the area, including 2,075 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 12.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Woodlawn?

The median home value in Woodlawn is $202,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,804. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,714. Fair market rent is $794 for a 1-bedroom and $984 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $9,087.

How are the schools in Woodlawn?

Schools in Woodlawn score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 54.1% of adults in Woodlawn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. 18.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Woodlawn?

The average commute in Woodlawn is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Woodlawn?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Woodlawn is 89% White, 3.7% Black or African American, 3.7% Hispanic or Latino. 95.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.7% speak Spanish. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 8.4% of residents have a disability. 95.0% have health insurance coverage.

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