Investor-grade market analytics for Owensboro, Kentucky. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$214,667
+2.7% year-over-year
6.6%
gross annual
+2.6%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+2.6% year-over-year
23/100
Very LowNet migration: Bottom 19% nationally
In-migrants avg $47,331 AGI vs out-migrants $47,970
Opportunity Zone Market
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Owensboro, KY shows steady growth at 2.7% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 3.27x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk remains low (23/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 6.62% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Owensboro, KY's primary climate exposure is wind storms (48/100). The composite climate risk score of 23/100 (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
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