McKee, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
810 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$20,608 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
53.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$110,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$284 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$260 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
1
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

Jackson County
1
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 78% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (78%) 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 4 37
Mar 4 2 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 63
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Jackson County High School
<1 miles, N · 2.8star
McKee Elementary School
1 miles, N · 4.1star
Jackson County Middle School
2 miles, SE · 1.9star
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Colleges

Berea College
20 miles, NW · 1.9star
Eastern Kentucky University
28 miles, N · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Saint Joseph Berea
19 miles, NW · 5star
Rockcastle County Hospital, Inc
20 miles, W · 3.2star
Manchester Memorial Hospital
22 miles, S · 3.2star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
54 miles, N · 1.9star
Tri-Cities Airport
109 miles, SE · 1star
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