Providence, 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 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
2,861 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,208 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$66,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$361 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$405 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Webster County
1
Henderson 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

Webster County
1
Henderson Urban Area
3
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 34
Feb 4 2 38
Mar 4 1 47
Apr 4 0 58
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 4 1 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KY State Senate District 4, KY State House District 12, KY
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Schools

Providence Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Clay Elementary School
6 miles, N • 2.8 star
West Hopkins School
7 miles, S • 3.7 star
Webster County High School
7 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Madisonville Community College
13 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Henderson Community College
28 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Hopkinsville Community College
38 miles, S • 1.4 star
University of Southern Indiana
39 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Baptist Health Madisonville
15 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Methodist Hospital Union County
19 miles, N • 4.1 star
Crittenden Community Hospital
19 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
46 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Barkley Regional Airport
61 miles, W • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
101 miles, W • 1 star
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