Smithland, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
209 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$102,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$550 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$700 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Livingston County
1
Paducah Metro Area
2
Kentucky
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Livingston County
2
Paducah Metro Area
4
Kentucky
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (64%) 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 2 35
Feb 4 3 39
Mar 4 1 48
Apr 5 0 58
May 5 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 3 0 78
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 4 0 49
Dec 5 2 38

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Livingston Central High School
<1 miles, S · 3.7star
Livingston County Middle School
7 miles, NE · 3.7star
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Colleges

Shawnee Community College
36 miles, NW · 1.4star
Murray State University
37 miles, S · 1.9star
Southeastern Illinois College
42 miles, N · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Baptist Health Paducah
13 miles, W · 2.3star
Lourdes Hospital
15 miles, W · 3.2star
Massac Memorial Hospital
18 miles, NW · 3.2star
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Airports

Barkley Regional Airport
21 miles, W · 1star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
64 miles, NW · 1star
Evansville Regional Airport
79 miles, NE · 1.4star
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