Sturgis, 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 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,827 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,938 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$83,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$356 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$426 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Union 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

Union County
1
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (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 2 2 34
Feb 4 2 38
Mar 4 1 47
Apr 4 0 57
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 2 0 77
Sep 2 0 70
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 4 2 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Sturgis Elementary School
<1 miles, N · 2.8star
Union County Middle School
6 miles, NE · 2.8star
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Colleges

Henderson Community College
25 miles, E · 1.4star
Southeastern Illinois College
28 miles, NW · 1.4star
Madisonville Community College
29 miles, SE · 1.4star
University of Southern Indiana
33 miles, NE · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Methodist Hospital Union County
6 miles, NE · 4.1star
Crittenden Community Hospital
16 miles, SW · 3.2star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
42 miles, NE · 1.4star
Barkley Regional Airport
55 miles, W · 1star
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