Webster 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 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
12,873 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,786 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$97,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$393 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$502 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Henderson 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

Henderson Urban Area
3
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 33
Feb 4 2 37
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 57
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 4 1 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 (37%) (61%) 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

Dixon Elementary School
2 miles, W • 3.2 star
Webster County High School
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Webster County Middle School
2 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Madisonville Community College
14 miles, S • 1.4 star
Henderson Community College
19 miles, NE • 1.4 star
University of Southern Indiana
30 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Rogers Academy of Hair Design
32 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Methodist Hospital Union County
16 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Baptist Health Madisonville
16 miles, S • 3.2 star
Methodist Hospital
24 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Crittenden Community Hospital
26 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
37 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Barkley Regional Airport
68 miles, W • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
106 miles, W • 1 star
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