Elkhorn City, 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 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
911 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,021 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$105,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$309 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$484 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pike County
1
Pikeville 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

Pike County
2
Pikeville Urban Area
1
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 33
Feb 3 3 36
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 1 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 3 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, KY State Senate District 31, KY State House District 94, KY
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Schools

Elkhorn City Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
East Ridge High School
4 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Millard School
7 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

University of Pikeville
14 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Pikeville Medical Center
14 miles, N • 1.4 star
Buchanan General Hospital
16 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
58 miles, SW • 1 star
Yeager Airport
84 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
113 miles, E • 1 star
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