West Point, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
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
1,131 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$37,260 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
67.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$68,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$396 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$579 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hardin County
2
Elizabethtown 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

Hardin County
3
Elizabethtown Metro Area
2
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 34
Feb 4 3 38
Mar 4 1 47
Apr 4 0 57
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 4 2 37

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KY State Senate District 10, KY State House District 26, KY
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Schools

West Point Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Nichols Elementary
4 miles, E • 3.7 star
Bluegrass Challenge Academy
6 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Watson Lane Elementary
6 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Dixie
14 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Hardin Memorial Hospital
20 miles, S • 4.1 star
Harrison County Hospital
20 miles, N • 3.2 star
Norton Hospitals, Inc
21 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
73 miles, E • 1.9 star
Evansville Regional Airport
86 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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