Wickliffe, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
700 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$67,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$280 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$341 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ballard County
1
Paducah 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

Ballard County
2
Paducah Metro Area
4
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 35
Feb 4 2 39
Mar 4 0 48
Apr 5 0 58
May 5 0 67
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 78
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 5 1 38

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KY State Senate District 2, KY State House District 1, KY
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Schools

Cairo Elementary School
6 miles, NW • 1 star
Cairo Jr/Sr High School
7 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Ballard County Elementary School
9 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Shawnee Community College
21 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Massac Memorial Hospital
23 miles, E • 3.2 star
Lourdes Hospital
25 miles, E • 3.2 star
Baptist Health Paducah
26 miles, E • 2.3 star
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
28 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Barkley Regional Airport
18 miles, E • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
32 miles, NW • 1 star
Evansville Regional Airport
113 miles, E • 1.4 star
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