Fordsville, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
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
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
488 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$33,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
68.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$50,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$285 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$330 $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

Ohio County
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

Ohio County
1
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 33
Feb 4 2 36
Mar 4 0 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 6 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 1 36

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KY State Senate District 5, KY State House District 14, KY
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Schools

Fordsville Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Trinity High School
9 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Whitesville Elementary School
10 miles, NW • 2.8 star
South Hancock Elementary School
11 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Kentucky Wesleyan College
23 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Brescia University
23 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Ohio County Hospital
16 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Breckinridge Memorial Hospital
18 miles, E • 3.2 star
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
22 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Perry County Memorial Hospital
23 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
52 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Nashville International Airport
104 miles, S • 3.7 star
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