Harlan, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
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 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,304 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$30,365 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
66.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$112,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$518 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$417 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Harlan County
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Kentucky
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United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Harlan County
1
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) 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 4 4 33
Feb 4 3 37
Mar 4 2 45
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 5 3 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Harlan High School
<1 miles, NE · 3.7star
Sunshine School
<1 miles, NE
Harlan Elementary School
<1 miles, NE · 4.1star
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Colleges

Lincoln Memorial University
26 miles, W · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Harlan Arh Hospital
2 miles, S · 2.3star
Middlesboro Arh Hospital
28 miles, W · 4.1star
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Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
56 miles, SE · 1star
McGhee Tyson Airport
80 miles, SW · 2.3star
Asheville Regional Airport
106 miles, S · 1.4star
Blue Grass Airport
109 miles, N · 1.9star
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