Georgetown, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
38,206 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,373 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$244,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$450 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,026 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Scott County
2
Lexington-Fayette Metro Area
3
Kentucky
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Scott County
4
Lexington-Fayette Metro Area
6
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 2 32
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 2 0 74
Sep 2 0 67
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 4 2 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, KY State Senate District 17, KY State House District 62, KY
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Schools

Royal Spring Middle School
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
Anne Mason Elementary School
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
Scott County High School
3 miles, W • 3.7 star
Scott County Ninth Grade School
3 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Georgetown College
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Midway University
11 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Transylvania University
14 miles, S • 2.3 star
University of Kentucky
15 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Georgetown Community Hospital
5 miles, SW • 4.1 star
University of Kentucky Hospital
16 miles, S • 1.4 star
Bourbon Community Hospital
16 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
16 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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