Frankfort Urban Area, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
75,661 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,277 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$204,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$455 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$714 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Kentucky
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 2 32
Feb 3 2 36
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 2 0 75
Sep 2 0 68
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 2 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KY State Senate District 20, KY State House District 57, KY
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Schools

Western Hills High School
3 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Bridgeport Elementary School
3 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Kentucky State University
7 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Midway University
14 miles, E • 1.9 star
Georgetown College
22 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Frankfort Regional Medical Center
3 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Jewish Hospital-Shelbyville
18 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Georgetown Community Hospital
21 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
19 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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