Montgomery 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 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
28,271 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,468 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$163,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$435 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$584 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mount Sterling Urban Area
1
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

Mount Sterling Urban Area
3
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 32
Feb 3 3 35
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 63
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 55
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 38% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, KY State Senate District 28, KY State House District 74, KY
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Schools

McNabb Middle School
2 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Montgomery County High School
2 miles, NW • 3.7 star
The Sterling School
2 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Morehead State University
28 miles, E • 1.4 star
Eastern Kentucky University
30 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Saint Joseph Mount Sterling
3 miles, N • 3.2 star
Clark Regional Medical Center
17 miles, W • 4.1 star
Bourbon Community Hospital
22 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Marcum and Wallace Memorial Hospital
23 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
38 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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