Phelps, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
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
387 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$28,542 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$111,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$244 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$555 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pike County
1
Pikeville Urban Area
1
Kentucky
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Pike County
2
Pikeville Urban Area
1
Kentucky
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) 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 5 32
Feb 3 4 35
Mar 4 2 43
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 4 2 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Phelps Elementary School
<1 miles, E · 4.6star
Phelps High School
1 miles, W · 3.7star
Matewan Pre K-8
8 miles, NE · 3.2star
Feds Creek Elementary School
9 miles, SW · 3.7star
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Colleges

University of Pikeville
20 miles, W · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Williamson Memorial Hospital
13 miles, N · 3.2star
Buchanan General Hospital
16 miles, S · 4.1star
Pikeville Medical Center
20 miles, W · 1.4star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
67 miles, NE · 1.4star
Tri-Cities Airport
73 miles, SW · 1star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
99 miles, E · 1star
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