Thruston, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
2,675 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
90.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,707 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$160,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$483 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$579 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Daviess County
2
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

Daviess County
6
Owensboro Metro Area
6
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 34
Feb 3 3 38
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 57
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 4 2 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KY State Senate District 8, KY State House District 13, KY
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Schools

East View Elementary School
1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Meadow Lands Elementary School
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
Highland Elementary School
3 miles, W • 3.7 star
Owensboro Day Treatment
4 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Brescia University
5 miles, W • 2.3 star
Kentucky Wesleyan College
6 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
3 miles, W • 4.1 star
Perry County Memorial Hospital
20 miles, E • 2.3 star
Brentwood Springs
22 miles, NW
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
33 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Barkley Regional Airport
109 miles, W • 1 star
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