Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
13%
Independence
Independence, KY Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,051
Population
28,973
Renter Mix
20% Rent
A cozy suburb tucked away in the forests of northern Kentucky
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Independence is a thriving suburban city located about 25 miles due south of Cincinnati. The city is almost entirely residential, with its sparsely-developed landscape interspersed with charming neighborhoods. The relatively close proximity to Cincinnati makes Independence a popular choice for commuters seeking a more rural-feeling home environment, and the exceptionally low crime rate and great public schools boost the appeal for folks raising families. The local rental market features a broad range of apartments and single-family homes, with options available to suit any lifestyle or budget.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$87,904
Average: $98,906
Education
7,773
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
16,415
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Independence has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
20%
Non-Renters
80%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
23%
Other Education
77%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Independence, KY is $915 for a studio, $1,051 for one bedroom, $1,364 for two bedrooms, and $1,708 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Independence has increased by 2.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,051/month
756 Sq Ft
House
$2,444/month
1,788 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Independence, KY is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
627 Students
White's Tower Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
631 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
1,431 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
660 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
835 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
1,431 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,859 Students
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Boone County Arboretum
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.