Cumberland, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
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
2,234 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$35,309 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
50.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$61,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$379 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$407 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Harlan County
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

Harlan County
1
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 6 33
Feb 4 5 36
Mar 4 3 44
Apr 4 1 53
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 4 4 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 86%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, KY State Senate District 29, KY State House District 87, KY
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Schools

Cumberland Elementary School
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Leatherwood Elementary School
8 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Cowan Elementary School
11 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Mountain Empire Community College
16 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Whitesburg Arh Hospital
13 miles, E • 3.2 star
Lonesome Pine Hospital
15 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Norton Community Hospital
20 miles, SE • 5 star
Harlan Arh Hospital
21 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
48 miles, S • 1 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
98 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Asheville Regional Airport
110 miles, S • 1.4 star
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