Powderly, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
999 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,653 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$99,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$427 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$465 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Muhlenberg 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

Muhlenberg County
1
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) 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 1 35
Feb 4 2 38
Mar 4 0 47
Apr 4 0 57
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 5 1 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Longest Elementary
<1 miles, SW · 4.1star
The Renaissance Center
<1 miles, SW · 2.3star
Muhlenberg North Middle
<1 miles, SW · 3.2star
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Colleges

Madisonville Community College
22 miles, NW · 1.4star
Hopkinsville Community College
31 miles, SW · 1.4star
Ross College-Hopkinsville
33 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Baptist Health Madisonville
20 miles, NW · 3.2star
Ohio County Hospital
20 miles, NE · 4.1star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
59 miles, N · 1.4star
Nashville International Airport
81 miles, S · 3.7star
Barkley Regional Airport
90 miles, W · 1star
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