Crab Orchard, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
762 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
5.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$31,397 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
62.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$97,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$363 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$419 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
1
Danville Urban Area
1
Kentucky
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
1
Danville Urban Area
2
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 34
Feb 4 4 37
Mar 4 2 46
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 2 0 57
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 4 2 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, KY State Senate District 21, KY State House District 80, KY
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Schools

Crab Orchard Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Brodhead Elementary School
6 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Highland Elementary School
8 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Berea College
14 miles, E • 1.9 star
Centre College
20 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Eastern Kentucky University
22 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Ephraim McDowell Fort Logan Hospital
10 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Rockcastle County Hospital, Inc
12 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Saint Joseph Berea
14 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
40 miles, N • 1.9 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
118 miles, S • 2.3 star
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