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Trigg County

Kentucky · KY

#64 in Kentucky
70.9
County Score

County Report Card

About Trigg County, Kentucky

Trigg County: Strong National Livability Rating

Trigg County's composite score of 76.0 ranks 26 points above the national median of 50.0, establishing it among America's most livable counties. This solid performance rests on exceptionally low taxes and affordable housing across the board.

Kentucky's Most Livable Communities

Trigg County scores 76.0 against Kentucky's state average of 75.0, placing it in the state's top tier of livable counties with a 1-point advantage. It ranks among Kentucky's genuine leaders in overall livability metrics.

Exceptional Taxes and Housing Affordability

Trigg County matches Todd County with the lowest effective tax rate at 0.555% and a tax score of 86.7, delivering maximum fiscal advantage. Housing is equally compelling: rents average $802/month and home values are $192,000, among the region's most affordable options.

Lowest Income Levels in the Region

Trigg County's income score of 19.1 is the lowest among these eight counties, with a median household income of just $54,630 and limited economic opportunity. Critical data on safety, health, schools, and water quality remain unavailable for assessment.

Ideal for Fixed-Income Retirees

Trigg County is unmatched for retirees and remote workers living on fixed incomes, combining the region's lowest taxes and cheapest housing. Its extraordinarily low cost of living makes it the best choice for those maximizing retirement dollars or minimal earned income.

Score breakdown

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🏛86.7
Property Tax
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🏠82.2
Cost of Living
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💼19.1
Income & Jobs
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❤63.8
Health
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Schools
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⚡51.6
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Deep Dives

Trigg County across the ByCounty Network

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Property Tax in Trigg County

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Trigg County rivals nation's lowest rates

Trigg County's effective tax rate of 0.555% stands among America's most affordable, sitting well below the national median of 0.876%. The median property tax of $1,065 is less than 40% of the national median of $2,690, positioning Trigg as a genuine tax haven. Trigg County homeowners enjoy substantially lower burden than typical American properties.

Second-lowest in Kentucky

Trigg County's 0.555% rate ranks second-lowest in this eight-county study, falling significantly below Kentucky's state average of 0.719%. Its $1,065 median tax also ranks favorably, making Trigg a compelling choice for cost-conscious Kentucky homebuyers.

Trigg near bottom of regional rates

Only Todd County (0.553%) edges below Trigg's 0.555% rate in this regional cohort, making Trigg essentially tied for the region's most favorable property tax environment. Trigg offers better rates than every other county in this study except Todd.

What Trigg County homeowners pay

With a median property value of $192,000, Trigg County residents pay approximately $1,065 in annual property taxes. With a mortgage, that burden rises to $1,240; without one, it drops to $777.

Challenge assessments annually

Trigg County's exceptionally low rate creates opportunity: homeowners with properties assessed above market value stand to gain substantially from successful appeals. Filing a revaluation challenge in Trigg can yield hundreds in annual tax savings.

Full property tax analysis on TaxByCounty

Cost of Living in Trigg County

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Trigg County renters face above-average housing pressure

Trigg County renters spend 17.6% of their $54,630 median household income on housing—above the national average of roughly 17% and higher than Kentucky's 17.0% state average. The county's lowest household income among this group amplifies the burden of moderate regional rents.

Below-average affordability in Kentucky

With a 17.6% rent-to-income ratio, Trigg County ranks slightly below the state average of 17.0%, indicating tighter housing budget pressure than most of Kentucky. The county's $54,630 median household income—the lowest in this comparison—compounds the affordability challenge.

Cheap rents, lower incomes than peers

Trigg County's $802 median rent is competitive with Shelby ($998) and Spencer ($954) but higher than Taylor ($691), while household incomes lag significantly behind nearly every neighbor except Todd County. The $192,000 median home value sits mid-range, but lower wages make ownership relatively expensive.

Renters and homeowners both squeezed

Renters spend 17.6% of the $54,630 median income on housing, while homeowners allocate 17.1% toward monthly costs of $777. Both groups face similar pressure, with limited monthly income left after housing expenses consume their largest share.

Trigg County best for regional stability

Trigg County works best for those already embedded in the region with stable, local employment—job prospects elsewhere are limited compared to neighboring urban areas. Remote workers relocating to Trigg should ensure their income significantly exceeds the county median to maintain comfortable housing affordability.

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Income & Jobs in Trigg County

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Trigg County's income below national norm

Trigg County's median household income of $54,630 runs 27.0% below the U.S. median of $74,755, placing it among the lower-income counties nationally. This reflects the economic realities of rural western Kentucky.

Lowest earners in Kentucky

Trigg County's median income of $54,630 ranks at the bottom of Kentucky, falling 2.3% below the state average of $55,909. The county faces the steepest income challenges among all eight profiled counties.

Trigg trails all comparable counties

Trigg County's $54,630 household income ranks lowest among all eight counties and lags Simpson ($57,392), Todd ($57,759), Taylor ($61,871), and Trimble ($67,813). Its per capita income of $31,732 is high relative to household income, suggesting concentrated wealth rather than broad prosperity.

Housing costs strain household finances

At 17.6%, Trigg County's rent-to-income ratio presses toward the affordability caution zone, consuming a substantial share of already-modest incomes. The median home value of $192,000 requires significant commitment relative to the median household income.

Focus on foundational financial stability first

Trigg County residents should prioritize building emergency savings and reducing any high-interest debt before pursuing aggressive investment strategies. Once a 3-to-6 month emergency fund is established, explore low-cost retirement options and begin systematic saving habits.

Full income & jobs analysis on IncomeByCounty

Health in Trigg County

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Trigg County Below National Health Standards

Trigg County's 72.5-year life expectancy falls 1.9 years short of the U.S. average of 74.4 years, and 22.8% report poor or fair health, above the national benchmark of 21%. These metrics indicate persistent health challenges throughout the county.

Marginally Above State Average

At 72.5 years, Trigg County's life expectancy edges just 0.3 years above Kentucky's 72.2-year average, placing it near the state median. Its 22.8% poor/fair health rate exceeds most state peers, reflecting broader wellness concerns.

Middle-of-Pack Regional Performance

Trigg County's 72.5-year life expectancy outpaces Todd (73.0 years on par) but trails Spencer (76.2 years) and Scott (75.7 years). Its 22.8% poor/fair health rate ranks worse than Spencer and Scott but better than Todd (27.2%).

Limited Data, Concerning Coverage

Primary care provider data for Trigg County is unavailable, though mental health providers number just 28 per 100,000—among the region's lowest. At 8.3% uninsured, Trigg exceeds Kentucky's 7.0% average, suggesting insurance is less accessible.

Close the Coverage Gap

Trigg County's 8.3% uninsured rate demands action. Visit healthcare.gov or contact your local health department to explore Medicaid and marketplace options—securing coverage is essential when local provider availability is limited.

Full health analysis on HealthByCounty

Disaster Risk in Trigg County

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Trigg County's disaster risk compared nationally

Trigg County scores 48.41 on the composite risk scale, earning a Relatively Low rating slightly above Kentucky's state average of 44.21. This moderate profile reflects meaningful but manageable natural disaster exposure.

Where Trigg ranks among Kentucky counties

Trigg County's composite risk score of 48.41 places it in the middle tier of Kentucky counties, with moderate exposure relative to the state average. Trigg faces more hazard risk than the safest Kentucky counties but substantially less than the highest-risk regions.

How Trigg compares to nearby counties

Trigg's 48.41 score positions it between Scott County (56.08) and Simpson County (27.00), reflecting moderate regional risk. Trigg faces notably higher disaster exposure than Spencer County (13.33) and Todd County (28.56), but lower than Scott and Shelby.

Trigg's two major natural disaster threats

Earthquakes represent Trigg's highest hazard risk at 85.21, among Kentucky's most concerning seismic exposure levels. Tornadoes rank second at 69.72, creating a secondary but significant severe weather vulnerability.

Strengthen Trigg County home protection

Trigg's exceptionally high earthquake risk of 85.21 makes earthquake insurance a priority consideration for homeowners. Review your tornado and wind coverage as well, given Trigg's 69.72 tornado risk score.

Full disaster risk analysis on RiskByCounty

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