Barren County

KY · Pop. 59,412 · Suburban County

7Homestead Score

Barren County is a suburban county in KY with a population of approximately 59,412.

$/Acre: $1,209
Property Tax: 0.86%
Growing Season: 185 days
Broadband: 83%
Safety: 7/10
Density: 38/sq mi

Pros

Affordable land, Long growing season, Good internet

Cons

Limited amenities

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate0.86%
Local Sales Tax1.64%
Combined Sales Tax7.64%
Cost of Living Index93.3
Median Household Income$87,843
Poverty Rate12.9%
Homestead ExemptionYes

Land & Building

Avg Land $/Acre$1,209
Median Home Price$231K
Acres for Sale1281
Building CodeBasic
Permit Required
Zoning TypeLimited Zoning
Tiny Home Friendly
Mobile Home Friendly
Min Lot Size0.5 acres

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone7
Growing Season185 days
Annual Rainfall51.8 inches
Avg Summer High87°F
Avg Winter Low23°F
Soil TypeClay
Soil Quality7/10
Elevation3,814 ft
Top CropsCotton

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought2/10
Wildfire3/10
Tornado2/10
Flood5/10

Water & Energy

Primary Water SourceMunicipal
Well Depth (avg)356 ft
Water AvailabilityAbundant
Solar (Avg PSH)4.1
Wind Potential5/10
Electric Rate$0.17/kWh

Laws & Regulations

Unincorporated
HOA PrevalenceSome
Livestock Allowed
Chicken OrdinanceRestricted
Burn Permit Required
Raw Milk AccessNo

Safety

Violent Crime /100K207
Property Crime /100K283
Overall Safety7/10
Sheriff Response42 minutes average

Healthcare

Nearest Hospital21.8 miles
Emergency Room
Healthcare Facilities2

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage83%
Cell CoverageGood
Starlink Available
Nearest Town17 miles
Nearest City31 miles
School District6/10
Farmers Markets1
Public Land Nearby31%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate6.5%
Ag EconomyModerate