Simpsonville, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
3,006 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,221 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$255,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$602 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$784 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Shelby County
2
Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Area
3
Kentucky
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Shelby County
4
Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Area
4
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 2 32
Feb 2 2 36
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 2 0 76
Sep 2 0 68
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 7%

Schools

Corpus Christi Classical Academy
<1 miles, N 1 star
Simpsonville Elementary
<1 miles, NE 2.8 star
Martha Layne Collins High School
4 miles, E 3.2 star
Shelby County West Middle School
6 miles, E 2.3 star

Colleges

MedQuest College
12 miles, NW
ATA College
12 miles, NW

Hospitals

Jewish Hospital-Shelbyville
6 miles, SE 4.1 star
Baptist Health Lagrange
12 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Blue Grass Airport
42 miles, SE 1.9 star