Estill County, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
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
14,079 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,905 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$111,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$389 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$481 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Richmond-Berea 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

Richmond-Berea Urban Area
4
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (63%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 33
Feb 4 4 36
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

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Colleges

Eastern Kentucky University
19 miles, NW · 1.9star
Berea College
20 miles, W · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Baptist Health Richmond
18 miles, NW · 3.2star
Saint Joseph Berea
19 miles, W · 5star
Clark Regional Medical Center
26 miles, N · 4.1star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
42 miles, NW · 1.9star
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