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Radcliff

Pop. 22,864·34th most expensive in Kentucky·Radcliff rents are up 17.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,055/mo
Year-over-Year
+17.4%
Month-over-Month
+14.6%
vs US Median
-$910
Rising (Monthly)
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Radcliff · $1,055
More affordable than 96% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
34/100
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OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% above what Radcliff's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$1,055/mo
Expected by trend
$977/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$800
1 BR
$810
2 BR
$1,010
3 BR
$1,420
4 BR+
$1,700
Research median
$1,010/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$12,660/yr
At $1,055/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 17.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+17.4% YoY, +14.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Radcliff, KY is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
22,864
Median income
$58,559
Median age
36.9
Renters
49.6%
Age distribution
25.4%
21%
25.8%
13.9%
13.9%
Under 1825.4%
18–3421%
35–5425.8%
55–6413.9%
65+13.9%
Gender
48.5%
51.5%
Male48.5%
Female51.5%
Race & ethnicity
59.7%
24.4%
White59.7%
Black24.4%
Hispanic9.7%
Asian3.4%
Other2.8%
Education (25+)
33.3%
37.4%
18.3%
No HS diploma11%
HS diploma33.3%
Some college37.4%
Bachelor's+18.3%
Housing tenure
50.4%
49.6%
Owner50.4%
Renter49.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How Radcliff, KY has changed in 5 years

Rent
$782 → $1,055
up 34.9%
Income
$48,325 → $58,559
up 21.2%
Population
22,839 → 22,864
up 0.1%
Renter share
51.3% → 49.6%
-1.7 pts
Bachelor's+
15.1% → 18.3%
+3.2 pts
Median age
34.9 → 36.9
+2.0 yrs

The median rent in Radcliff, KY stood at $782 in 2023 and currently runs about $1,055, reflecting a 34.9% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $58,559 today, compared with $48,325 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 49.6% of households, compared with 51.3% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 18.3% of adults here, versus 15.1% in 2021. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2023.

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About renting in Radcliff, KY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Radcliff is $1,055/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $800/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,010/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $810/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,420/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($58,559/yr), Radcliff ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 17.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Radcliff an affordable city for renters?

Radcliff is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,055/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($58,559/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Radcliff falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Radcliff?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $42,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,055/mo in Radcliff. The local median household income is $58,559/yr, meaning the typical Radcliff household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Radcliff?

Rent in Radcliff has increased 17.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Radcliff rent compare to other cities in Kentucky?

Radcliff is one of the more affordable cities in Kentucky for rent, ranking #34 out of 39 tracked cities at $1,055/mo.

What percentage of Radcliff residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49.6% of Radcliff households are renters, while 50.4% are owner-occupied. Radcliff leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Radcliff rent compare to the national average?

Radcliff's median rent of $1,055/mo is $910 (46%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Kentucky, it ranks #34 out of 39 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
22%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,055/mo, rent takes ~22% of Radcliff's median household income ($58,559/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Radcliff 22%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4%
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