Investor-grade market analytics for Bardstown, Kentucky. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$266,191
+4.2% year-over-year
4.7%
gross annual
+4.1%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+4.1% year-over-year
25/100
LowNet migration: Top 25% nationally
In-migrants avg $53,918 AGI vs out-migrants $58,443
Bardstown, KY shows steady growth at 4.2% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 4.02x, below the national average of 4.8x. Modest net positive migration (+145 returns/year) provides steady demand support. Climate risk remains low (25/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 4.66% is moderate, offering acceptable cash flow for leveraged investments.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Bardstown, KY's primary climate exposure is wind storms (70/100). The composite climate risk score of 25/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Migration flows, ZIP-level neighborhood data, full demographics, price history, and the Market Screener.