Mason 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 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
16,995 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,473 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$157,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$407 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$515 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Kentucky
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (35%) (62%) 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 2 4 31
Feb 2 3 34
Mar 4 1 42
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 2 0 73
Sep 2 0 66
Oct 2 0 55
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 3 2 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Mason County Intermediate School
2 miles, NE · 2.3star
Mason County High School
4 miles, NE · 3.7star
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Colleges

Morehead State University
35 miles, S · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Fleming County Hospital
13 miles, S · 4.1star
Harrison Memorial Hospital
28 miles, W · 4.1star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
57 miles, W · 1.9star
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