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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Barbourville

Barbourville has 7 affordable and income-based rental properties offering 270 units across the city. With a median household income of $22,046 and a median rent of $702 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), income-based housing plays an important role here for the 56 percent of residents who rent. All 4 rated properties earned excellent inspection scores, signaling well-maintained options for renters.

7
Properties
270
Total units
96/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$702/mo

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Barbourville is $702, against a median household income of $22,046 annually. With 56% of residents renting, affordable and income-based housing options play an important role in this community.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
224 / 100k · 2024

Safety

The Barbourville Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 224 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer. Crime rates vary based on local reporting practices and population size, so they are not directly comparable across cities.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 56 · Somewhat Walkable

Getting Around Barbourville

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Barbourville scores 56 out of 100 (Somewhat Walkable), meaning some errands can be done on foot. The area also receives a Bike Score of 43 out of 100 from Walk Score. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
13 schools · 3 districts

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 13 schools across 3 districts serve Barbourville, including 3 elementary, 1 middle, 7 high, and 2 other schools. Quality and resources vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address before making a decision.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$22,046 median income

Cost of Living in Barbourville, KY

The median household income in Barbourville is $22,046 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimates. With a median gross rent of $702 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), income-based housing assistance can make a meaningful difference for renters in this community.

  • Median household income: $22,046/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Median gross rent: $702/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Renter-occupied households: 56% (Census ACS 5-Year)
Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Flood and Environmental Exposure

Of the 4 HUD-assisted properties in Barbourville, all 4 have been mapped for flood zone data and 2 are located in high-risk flood zones. Renters at those properties may want to ask management about flood insurance requirements and building-level flood history before signing a lease.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 96/100(4 of 7 scored)
90+ (4)No score (3)

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About Affordable Housing in Barbourville, KY

Barbourville is a small Kentucky city where 56 percent of households rent, according to Census ACS 5-Year data, and the median asking rent stands at $702 per month. With 4 HUD-assisted properties and 174 total affordable units tracked by Lease Lantern, the inventory is modest but notably consistent -- all 4 scored properties earned an excellent HUD inspection rating.

Renters should be aware that 2 of the 4 mapped properties carry a high flood-risk designation, so reviewing flood zone details for any specific address is worthwhile before signing a lease.

The city scores 56 (Somewhat Walkable) according to Walk Score, meaning some daily errands can be handled on foot. Barbourville falls within 3 school districts and is served by 13 schools, per NCES Common Core of Data, including 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 7 high schools.

The violent crime rate was 226 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to FBI Crime Data Explorer figures reported by the Barbourville Police Department.

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