Fort Knox, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
8,715 332.4M (US)
Median Age
24.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
42.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,224 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
36.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$205,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$424 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,218 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hardin County
2
Elizabethtown Metro Area
2
Kentucky
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Hardin County
3
Elizabethtown Metro Area
2
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 34
Feb 4 3 38
Mar 5 0 46
Apr 4 0 56
May 6 0 65
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 4 2 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KY State Senate District 10, KY State House District 26, KY
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Schools

Bluegrass Challenge Academy
1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Meadow View Elementary School
4 miles, S • 1.9 star
North Hardin High School
5 miles, S • 3.2 star
Radcliff Elementary School
5 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Hardin Memorial Hospital
14 miles, S • 4.1 star
Flaget Memorial Hospital
24 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Harrison County Hospital
26 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
75 miles, E • 1.9 star
Evansville Regional Airport
86 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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