Island, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
616 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$72,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$381 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$525 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

McLean County
1
Owensboro Metro 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

McLean County
1
Owensboro Metro Area
6
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 2 33
Feb 4 2 37
Mar 4 1 47
Apr 4 0 57
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 2 0 76
Sep 2 0 69
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 5 1 36

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KY State Senate District 8, KY State House District 12, KY
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Schools

Livermore Elementary School
4 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary
7 miles, W • 4.6 star
Bremen Elementary School
7 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Central City Elementary
9 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Madisonville Community College
21 miles, W • 1.4 star
Kentucky Wesleyan College
21 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Ohio County Hospital
14 miles, E • 4.1 star
Baptist Health Madisonville
20 miles, W • 3.2 star
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
24 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
46 miles, N • 1.4 star
Barkley Regional Airport
93 miles, W • 1 star
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