Ballard County, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
7,678 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,740 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$132,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$432 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$595 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Paducah Metro Area
2
Kentucky
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Paducah Metro Area
4
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 34
Feb 4 2 38
Mar 4 0 48
Apr 4 0 57
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 2 0 77
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 4 1 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KY State Senate District 2, KY State House District 1, KY
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Schools

Ballard County Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Ballard County Middle School
2 miles, E • 3.7 star
Ballard Memorial High School
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Shawnee Community College
15 miles, N • 1.4 star
Southeast Missouri State University
34 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Massac Memorial Hospital
17 miles, E • 3.2 star
Lourdes Hospital
20 miles, E • 3.2 star
Baptist Health Paducah
21 miles, E • 2.3 star
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
28 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Barkley Regional Airport
13 miles, E • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
33 miles, NW • 1 star
Evansville Regional Airport
106 miles, E • 1.4 star
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