Worthville, KY

Kentucky

Worthville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 147. Residents earn $33,036 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
147 Population 565/sq mi density
$33,036 Median Income $22,854 per capita
$47,200 Home Value $131,778 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$33,036 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,200 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,036
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,200
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.1%
91% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.0%
126% higher than US avg

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

People

Population147
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density565/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,036
Per Capita$22,854
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty28.0%
County GDP$2,456M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$131,778

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Elevation485 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.1%
High School+74.8%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute28 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries1

Is Worthville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Worthville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Worthville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Worthville is $33,036, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 28.0% 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 Worthville is $47,200, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Worthville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Worthville has a population of 147 with a density of 565 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.9%), with 18.4% Hispanic.

Population

147
Total Population
565
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Worthville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Worthville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Worthville is $33,036, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Worthville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,036
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,854
Avg Weekly Wage$1,405
IRS Avg AGI$59,206

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above US avg
Establishments (County)372
County GDP$2,456M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare24
Retail40
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Worthville is $47,200, 83% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,778.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,200
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$131,778

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Effective Rate4.87%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Premature Death14,553/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access49.2%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Worthville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall20.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation485 ft (148 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density565/sq mi
Coordinates38.6101°N, 85.0669°W
County FIPS21041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 51 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.1%
91% below US avg
High School+74.8%
School Test Score5.50
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density565/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants26
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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