Bath County, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
12,812 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,128 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$111,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$358 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$431 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mount Sterling Urban Area
1
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

Mount Sterling Urban Area
3
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 2 32
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 4 1 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 2 0 66
Oct 2 0 55
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 4 1 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, KY State Senate District 28, KY State House District 74, KY
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Schools

Bath County Middle School
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
Owingsville Elementary School
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
Bath County High School
2 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Morehead State University
17 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Saint Joseph Mount Sterling
12 miles, W • 3.2 star
St Claire Regional Medical Center
16 miles, E • 2.3 star
Fleming County Hospital
19 miles, N • 4.1 star
Bourbon Community Hospital
28 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
48 miles, W • 1.9 star
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