What are the schools like in North Corbin, KY?

School district data for North Corbin is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in North Corbin?

The median household income in North Corbin, KY is $59,306 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.9%.

What is the weather like in North Corbin, KY?

North Corbin has an average high temperature of 45.2°F in January and 86.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 5.7 inches.

North Corbin, KY Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is North Corbin, KY affordable or expensive?

North Corbin's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Corbin is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $99,000 and the median rent is $844 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North Corbin, KY?

North Corbin has a violent crime rate of 57.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 861.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is North Corbin, KY a Good Place to Live?

North Corbin is a small town of 1,955 in Kentucky, with a median household income of $59,306 and a 9.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: North Corbin stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether North Corbin is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All North Corbin city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 88.6

North Corbin's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in North Corbin costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	North Corbin, KY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$99,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$844	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	47.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$59,306	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

North Corbin's violent crime rate is 57.6 per 100,000 residents — 85% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

57.6 /100k

Property Crime

861.7 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Metric	North Corbin, KY	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Corbin sees average highs of 45.2°F in January and 86.3°F in July, with 51.3 inches of annual precipitation and 5.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North Corbin, KY
Average High — January	45.2°F
Average High — July	86.3°F
Annual Precipitation	51.3"
Annual Snowfall	5.7"

Demographics

Metric	North Corbin, KY	National Avg
Population	1,955	—
Median Age	31.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	14.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	31.0%	22.2%
65 and over	8.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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North Corbin vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Corbin, KY affordable or expensive?

North Corbin's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes North Corbin roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $99,000 and median rent is $844/month.

What is the crime rate in North Corbin, KY?

North Corbin's violent crime rate is 57.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 861.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in North Corbin?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is North Corbin, KY a good place to live?

North Corbin, KY has a population of 1,955, a median household income of $59,306, and an unemployment rate of 9.9%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in North Corbin?

North Corbin averages 45.2°F in January and 86.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.3 inches with about 5.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of North Corbin?

The population of North Corbin, Kentucky is 1,955 with a median age of 31.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Corbin?

Key numbers for living in North Corbin: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $99,000, median household income $59,306, crime index 26 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Corbin side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.