Garrard County, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
17,346 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,572 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$186,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$434 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$596 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.7% 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 3 2 33
Feb 4 3 37
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 1 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, KY State Senate District 22, KY State House District 80, KY
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Schools

Lancaster Elementary School
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
Garrard Middle School
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
Garrard County High School
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star

Colleges

Centre College
13 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Berea College
14 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Eastern Kentucky University
15 miles, E • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Saint Joseph Berea
15 miles, SE • 5 star
Baptist Health Richmond
16 miles, E • 3.2 star

Airports

Blue Grass Airport
28 miles, N • 1.9 star