Hazel, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
428 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$37,679 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
63.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$108,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$390 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$500 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Calloway County
2
Murray Urban 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

Calloway County
4
Murray Urban Area
4
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 36
Feb 4 2 40
Mar 5 0 49
Apr 5 0 59
May 6 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 3 0 78
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 5 0 49
Dec 5 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 5%

Schools

Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School
5 miles, SW 1.4 star
Murray High School
7 miles, N 4.1 star
Murray Elementary School
7 miles, N 4.6 star

Colleges

Murray State University
7 miles, NE 1.9 star
Bethel University
28 miles, SW 1.9 star

Hospitals

Murray-Calloway County Hospital
7 miles, NE 3.2 star
Henry County Medical Center
14 miles, S 3.2 star
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
25 miles, NW 3.2 star
Marshall County Hospital
25 miles, N 4.1 star

Airports

Barkley Regional Airport
46 miles, N 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
85 miles, NW 1 star
Nashville International Airport
95 miles, SE 3.7 star