Rockcastle 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 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
16,144 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,367 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$119,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$332 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$485 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Richmond-Berea Urban Area
2
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

Richmond-Berea Urban Area
4
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 33
Feb 4 4 37
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 63
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (79%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, KY State Senate District 21, KY State House District 71, KY
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Schools

Mt Vernon Elementary
2 miles, W • 3.7 star
Rockcastle County Middle School
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Berea College
15 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Eastern Kentucky University
26 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Somerset Community College
27 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Rockcastle County Hospital, Inc
1 miles, W • 3.2 star
Saint Joseph Berea
15 miles, NE • 5 star
Saint Joseph London
20 miles, S • 4.1 star
Ephraim McDowell Fort Logan Hospital
22 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
49 miles, N • 1.9 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
109 miles, S • 2.3 star
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