Harrison County, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
18,971 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,205 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$188,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$394 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$540 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 3 31
Feb 3 3 35
Mar 4 1 43
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 4 0 44
Dec 4 2 34

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 71%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KY State Senate District 27, KY State House District 70, KY
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Schools

Northside Elementary School
3 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Westside Elementary School
4 miles, S • 3.7 star
Eastside Elementary School
4 miles, SE • 2.8 star

Colleges

Georgetown College
20 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Midway University
28 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Transylvania University
28 miles, SW • 2.3 star

Hospitals

Harrison Memorial Hospital
5 miles, S • 4.1 star
Bourbon Community Hospital
16 miles, S • 3.2 star
Georgetown Community Hospital
22 miles, SW • 4.1 star

Airports

Blue Grass Airport
32 miles, SW • 1.9 star