Wilder, KY Economy


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Wilder, KY is a small town located in the northern region of Kentucky. It has a population of just over 1,000 people and has an affordable cost of living that is attractive to both families and young professionals. The average two bedroom rent in Wilder is $1,100 compared to the US average of $1430. Additionally, the Grocery Cost Index for this area is 96 versus 100 in the US.
The town offers some great recreational activities and makes it easy for residents to enjoy nature as well as all the amenities that come with small-town living. Popular local companies include The Wilder Company which specializes in furniture making and restoration services; Evergreen Auto Body Repair for auto body repair services; Clear Creek Farms for locally sourced produce; and 4H Club of Wilder County which organizes community events.

Wilder has an unemployment rate of 4.4%. The US average is 6.0%.

Wilder has seen the job market increase by 2.0% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 39.2%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Wilder
- The Sales Tax Rate for Wilder is 6.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Wilder is 9.1%. The US average is 4.6%.
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Income and Salaries for Wilder
- The average income of a Wilder resident is $36,097 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Wilder resident is $60,607 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyWilder, KentuckyUnited States
  4.46
  -5.4%-6.2%
  39.2%33.5%
  6.0%6.2%
  8.3%4.6%
  $38,770$37,638
  $60,607$69,021
  $89,583$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.8%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  3.3%6.8%
  11.6%10.0%
  7.5%2.5%
  6.6%11.0%
  7.5%4.8%
  2.0%0.8%
  0.0%1.9%
  6.9%4.7%
  1.4%1.9%
  14.8%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  2.2%4.2%
  7.4%9.3%
  13.6%14.0%
  0.7%2.1%
  4.3%7.0%
  3.9%4.8%
  5.4%4.7%
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