Webster County, KY
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
12,873
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
12.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$58,786
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$97,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$393
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$502
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Henderson Urban Area
2
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
Henderson Urban Area
3
Kentucky
4
United States
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.
Liberal (37%) (61%) ConservativeClimate
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 | 2 | 33 |
| Feb | 4 | 2 | 37 |
| Mar | 4 | 1 | 46 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 65 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 76 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 69 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 58 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 47 |
| Dec | 4 | 1 | 36 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Dixon Elementary School
2 miles, W
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Webster County High School
2 miles, SW
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Webster County Area Technology Center
2 miles, W
Webster County Middle School
2 miles, SW
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Colleges
Madisonville Community College
14 miles, S
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Henderson Community College
19 miles, NE
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University of Southern Indiana
30 miles, NE
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Rogers Academy of Hair Design
32 miles, NE
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Hospitals
Methodist Hospital Union County
16 miles, NW
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Baptist Health Madisonville
16 miles, S
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Methodist Hospital
24 miles, NE
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Crittenden Community Hospital
26 miles, W
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Airports
Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport
32 miles, E
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Evansville Regional Airport
37 miles, NE
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Barkley Regional Airport
68 miles, W
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Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
106 miles, W
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