Artemus, KY
Kentucky · Knox County
Artemus is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 587. Residents earn $25,179 per year, which is 66% below the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
3.4
/5.0
B
Good
587
Population
435/sq mi density
$25,179
Median Income
$14,785 per capita
$87,300
Home Value
$148,745 Zillow
56°F
Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.1 / 5.0
$25,179 median income, 29.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$87,300 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$25,179
66% lower than US avg
Home Value
$87,300
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
29.9%
731% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
32.1%
159% higher than US avg
How Artemus Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population587
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density435/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.4%
Economy
FMedian Income$25,179
Per Capita$14,785
Unemployment29.9%
Poverty32.1%
County GDP$837M
Housing
A+Home Value$87,300
Ownership72.9%
Zillow$148,745
Housing Units193
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity31.0%
Uninsured3.9%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain53.8 in/yr
Elevation1,218 ft (371 m)
Education
ABachelor's+0.0%
High School+83.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.25
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Broadband89.8%
EV Stations2
Libraries2
Is Artemus a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Artemus receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Artemus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Artemus is $25,179, 66% below the national average of $75,149. At 29.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 32.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Artemus is $87,300, 69% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Artemus enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.8 inches, including 10.1 inches of snow.
Artemus has a population of 587 with a density of 435 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 35.6% female and 64.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 3.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 12.9% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.
Population
587
Total Population
2023 Census
435
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Artemus vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Artemus vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Artemus is $25,179, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,785 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $835, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 29.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 622 business establishments, including 39 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Artemus vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $25,179 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $14,785 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $835 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,610 |
| Gini Index | 0.519 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 29.9% |
| 731% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 32.1% |
| 159% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 622 |
| County GDP | $837M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 39 |
| Healthcare | 77 |
| Retail | 118 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,376 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 90.20 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.72% |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Walkability
The median home value in Artemus is $87,300, 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,745, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 72.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 193 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1984. The average annual property tax is $2,376 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $87,300 |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $148,745 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 72.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 27.1% |
| Housing Units | 193 |
| Median Year Built | 1984 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,376 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.72% |
In Artemus, 31.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 3.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,739. The dentist ratio is 1:3,310. 33.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 4.4 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Artemus vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Short Sleep | 44.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| Uninsured | 3.9% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:3,739 |
| Dentists | 1:3,310 |
| Mental Health | 1:1,064 |
| Dental Visits | 40.9% |
| Premature Death | 15,275/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 77 |
Artemus enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,218 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,218 ft (371 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 435/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8375°N, 83.8400°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Knox County County |
| Nearest Airport | Lake Cumberland Regional (SME) 45 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 74.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 96.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 15.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 38°F (4°C) | 5.3 in |
Artemus has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 35°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.8") and October the driest (3.1").
Artemus is located in Knox County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, a smaller urban community. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 85% of the vote, a 71.1-point margin. 89.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 77 healthcare facilities operate in the area.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 71.1 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.25 |
A
Education Grade (4.3/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K |
| Population Density | 435/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.4 sq mi |
| County | Knox County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 89.8% |
| Avg Download Speed | 145.6 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 24.6 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 77 |
| Restaurants | 39 |
| Retail Stores | 118 |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Average costs for common services in Artemus. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $226 ($135-$361) |
| Specialist Visit | $316 ($180-$496) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $180 ($90-$316) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,984 ($722-$4,510) |
| Dental Cleaning | $117 ($68-$180) |
| Dental Filling | $226 ($135-$361) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $41 ($23-$68) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $68 ($45-$108) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $271 ($135-$451) |
| Tire Rotation | $36 ($18-$68) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $541 ($361-$902) |
| Battery Replacement | $180 ($90-$316) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $90 ($54-$135) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $81 ($45-$126) |
| HVAC Repair | $361 ($135-$722) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,314 ($3,608-$10,824) |
| Roof Repair | $902 ($361-$1,804) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,118 ($4,961-$13,530) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,353 ($451-$3,157) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,530 ($4,510-$27,060) |
| DUI Defense | $4,510 ($1,804-$9,020) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,353 ($722-$2,706) |
| Will Preparation | $451 ($180-$902) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,255 ($902-$4,510) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $23 ($14-$41) |
| Women's Haircut | $50 ($27-$90) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $135 ($68-$226) |
| Manicure | $23 ($14-$41) |
| Pedicure | $36 ($23-$59) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $72 ($45-$117) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.70 ($2.71-$4.96) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.16 ($2.26-$4.51) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.43 ($2.26-$4.96) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.06 ($2.71-$5.86) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $4.96 ($3.61-$6.77) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.90 ($0.54-$1.62) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $126 ($72-$226) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $63 ($27-$135) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $63 ($36-$108) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $63 ($36-$90) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $59 ($27-$90) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $77 ($45-$135) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $180 ($68-$451) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,804 ($1,082-$3,157) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $63 ($27-$117) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.22-$23) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $90 ($27-$226) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $27 ($14-$68) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,082 ($541-$2,255) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $902 ($451-$1,804) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $361 ($180-$631) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $45 ($23-$90) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $902 ($361-$2,255) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,275 ($4,510-$27,060) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $54 ($27-$90) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $90 ($45-$180) |
| Dog Grooming | $54 ($27-$90) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $36 ($18-$68) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $271 ($135-$451) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $180 ($90-$361) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $435 |
| Toddler | $404 |
| Preschool | $404 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $484 |
| Toddler | $351 |
| Preschool | $351 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Knox County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Trade | 1,207 | 124 | $31,480 | 1.57 |
| Manufacturing | 1,086 | 29 | $53,445 | 1.72 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 387 | 53 | $46,736 | 0.72 |
| Construction | 155 | 23 | $61,005 | 0.38 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 137 | 26 | $46,366 | 0.42 |
| Finance & Insurance | 133 | 33 | $47,863 | 0.43 |
| Other Services | 66 | 40 | $32,799 | 0.29 |
| Real Estate | 51 | 14 | $34,231 | 0.43 |
| Information & Technology | 42 | 7 | $81,425 | 0.29 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 26 | 6 | $60,310 | 0.89 |
Radio Stations near Artemus
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Campgrounds Near Artemus
6 campgrounds found near Artemus.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| GROVE | 4.7/5 | 54 | $32, $92 |
| CRAIGS CREEK GROUP AREA | 4.6/5 | 4 | $150, $204 |
| HOLLY BAY | 4.6/5 | 70 | $38, $92 |
| Wilderness Road Campground | 4.6/5 | 151 | $18, $39 |
| TRACE BRANCH CAMPGROUND | 4.2/5 | 29 | $24, $60 |
| Laurel River Lake Picnic Area | 3.4/5 | 2 | $45, $65 |
National Parks Near Artemus
27 national parks and monuments found near Artemus.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Big Ridge | State Park | Free |
| Big Ridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area | National River & Recreation Area | Free |
| Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Camp Nelson National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Cove Lake | State Park | Free |
| Cumberland Falls State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Cumberland Gap National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Dawkins Line Rail Trail | State Park | Free |
| Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site | State Park | Free |
| Frozen Head | State Park | Free |
| General Burnside Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Indian Mountain | State Park | Free |
| Isaac Shelby Cemetery State Historic Site | State Park | Free |
| Kingdom Come State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Natural Bridge State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Norris Dam | State Park | Free |
| Norris Dam State Park | State Park | Free |
| Obed Wild & Scenic River | Wild & Scenic River | Free |
| Panther Creek | State Park | Free |
| Panther Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pickett | State Park | Free |
| Pine Mountain State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail | State Park | Free |
| Seven Islands | State Park | Free |
| Wilderness Road State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Artemus
37 trails found near Artemus.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REDBIRD CREST | 70.6 | - | - | - | |
| GILBERT CK / ELISHA CK LOOP | 13.5 | - | - | - | |
| LEFT FORK OF ELISHA CREEK | 6.6 | - | - | - | |
| DANIEL BOONE TRAIL CONNECTOR | 5.1 | - | - | - | |
| ROCKCASTLE-NARROWS | 4.7 | - | - | - | |
| DOG SLAUGHTER | 3.8 | - | - | - | |
| ROCKCASTLE NARROWS | 3.2 | - | - | - | |
| COLD ROCK SCHOOL | 3.0 | - | - | - | |
| FLOOD ROUTE FOR SHELTOWEE LON | 2.9 | - | - | - | |
| CLIFFSIDE | 2.7 | - | - | - | |
| FLATWOODS TRAIL | 2.5 | - | - | - | |
| BARK CAMP | 2.3 | - | - | - | |
| CANE CREEK | 1.7 | - | - | - | |
| BEE ROCK LOOP | 1.7 | - | - | - | |
| NEDS BRANCH | 1.7 | - | - | - | |
| ROCKCASTLE CONNECTOR TRAIL | 1.5 | - | - | - | |
| WINDING STAIR GAP | 1.2 | - | - | - | |
| SUGAR TREE HOLLOW | 1.2 | - | - | - | |
| HOLLY BAY | 1.1 | - | - | - | |
| WILDCAT | 1.0 | - | - | - | |
| TWIN BRANCH | 0.8 | - | - | - | |
| CRAIGS CREEK | 0.7 | - | - | - | |
| WINTERGREEN | 0.7 | - | - | - | |
| DUFF BRANCH | 0.7 | - | - | - | |
| HIGHTOP | 0.6 | - | - | - | |
| THREE SISTERS ROCK | 0.6 | - | - | - | |
| FISHING POINT | 0.4 | - | - | - | |
| BOAT RAMP TRAIL | 0.4 | - | - | - | |
| SINGING HILLS | 0.4 | - | - | - | |
| MARINA TRAIL | 0.4 | - | - | - | |
| OAK BRANCH | 0.4 | - | - | - | |
| SPRUCE CREEK | 0.3 | - | - | - | |
| SUGAR TREE HOLLOW A | 0.2 | - | - | - | |
| MARSH BRANCH | 0.1 | - | - | - | |
| AMPHITHEATER TRAIL | 0.1 | - | - | - | |
| THREE SISTERS ROCK A | 0.1 | - | - | - | |
| THREE SISTERS ROCK B | 0.1 | - | - | - |
Historical Trends - Artemus
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 708 | $53,125 |
| 2015 | 583 | $52,976 |
| 2017 | 512 | $55,057 |
| 2019 | 615 | - |
| 2021 | 627 | $19,931 |
| 2023 | 587 | $25,179 |
Museums in Artemus
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BELL COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6062420005 | $68,273 | |
| CUMBERLAND GAP NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | |||
| KNOX HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 196 DANIEL BOONE DRIVE | ||
| LAUREL HOME GUARD | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6068782563 | ||
| MOUNTAIN LIFE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6063302130 |
Libraries in Artemus
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM | 126 SOUTH 20TH STREET | 0.0 | 102,455 | |||
| KNOX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 206 KNOX STREET | 0.0 | 75,076 |
Gas Stations in Artemus
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
BP
Cell Towers in Artemus
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| RO7 PO BOX 264E BIRD BRANCH ROAD (76437) | GTOWER | 130 |
| ROUTE 7 BOX 264 E | TOWER | 130 |
| 2 MILES NORTHWEST OF NOETOWN 19 MIL (76435) | GTOWER | 65 |
| 473 Jehovah Drive, Prelim | MTOWER | 61 |
| 131 AMESBURY STREET (76438) | LTOWER | 60 |
| RURAL ROUTE 1 BOX 109 (76441) | MTOWER | 57 |
| 1.5 M. S OF TOWN OF MELDRUM, 0.5M. E OF WILDERNESS RD. | TOWER | 49 |
| On Top of Brush Hill | TOWER | 32 |
Fire Stations in Artemus
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artemus Volunteer Fire Department | Church ST | Volunteer | 606-546-8113 | ||
| Little Poplar Creek Volunteer Fire Department | 1794 KY 1809 HWY | Volunteer | 606-546-6589 |
Bridges in Artemus
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 1979 | 30 | 17,457 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1960 | 25 | 2,121 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1978 | 506 | 707 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1983 | 79 | 707 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1934 | 26 | 628 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1934 | 31 | 628 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1950 | 152 | 589 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1963 | 76 | 318 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1980 | 32 | 304 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1977 | 70 | 238 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1978 | 70 | 218 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1983 | 99 | 121 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1969 | 32 | 121 | P | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1905 | 304 | 119 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1989 | 32 | 102 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2005 | 27 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2005 | 28 | 100 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2005 | 54 | 99 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1990 | 34 | 62 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2019 | 43 | 46 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1983 | 25 | 10 | F |
Airports Near Artemus
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| London-Corbin Airport/Magee Field | LOZ | Medium Airport |
| Campbell County Airport - Colonel Tommy C Stiner Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cantwell Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carr Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cartersville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cloud 9 Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Crawford Ultralightport | - | Small Airport |
| Deerfield Resort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Duff Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elkins Field | - | Small Airport |
| Joppa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake View Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Landing At River'S Edge | - | Small Airport |
| Lee County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| McCreary County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Melton Field | - | Small Airport |
| Middlesboro-Bell County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Morristown Regional Airport | MOR | Small Airport |
| New Tazewell Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Old Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Riner Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Scott Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| TEC Field | - | Small Airport |
| Tucker Guthrie Memorial Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wendell H Ford Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg Whitley County Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Artemus
2 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bell County Sheriff's Department | ||
| Middlesboro Police Department | 150 North 20th Street |
Grocery Stores in Artemus
4 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Countywide Produce Market & Deli | Specialty Store | 2645 S US Highway 25e |
| Dollar General 23683 | Other | 3088 KY 225 |
| Kwik Mart 2 | Convenience Store | 1731 KY 225 |
| Nexstop 1 | Convenience Store | 3877 S US Highway 25e |
Post Offices in Artemus
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Artemus Post Office | |
| Bimble Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Artemus
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland River Behavioral Health | Both | 606-248-4949 |
| Cumberland River Behavioral Health | Both | 606-337-6137 |
| Cumberland River Behavioral Health | Both | 606-546-3104 |
| Family Pride Counseling LLC | Substance Abuse | 606-219-4676 |
| Jaynes Family Practice | Substance Abuse | 606-280-4000 |
| Spero Health | Substance Abuse | 606-248-3042 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Artemus
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| COAL PORT HOLINESS CHURCH | 1970 COAL PORT ROAD |
| HOLINESS CHURCH OF GOD INCORPORTED | HC 66 BOX 1280 |
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Mines Near Artemus
181 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Artemus.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #10 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #16 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| #18 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #4 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| AHM Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Alden Resources Harps Creek | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Active) |
| Artemus Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Bain Branch #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Bob Bray Mountain | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Bob Bray Mountain Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Brushy Mountain | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Brushy Mountain #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Bryants Store Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Burco | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Canfield #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Canfield #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Canfield #4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Catron Branch Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Charcoal No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| County Road Project | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Davis Bend #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Davis Branch | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Ely Hollow Deep Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Fawn Branch | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Flag Ridge | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Goodin Creek | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Goodin Creek # 1 & 2 Refuge Area | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Hayes Gap | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Hubbs Creek #4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Hubbs Creek Coal No 5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Hubbs Creek Surface Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| J & B No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Jellico | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| K & M #17 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| K & M No 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| K And M No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Kay Jay Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Knox Hardwoods Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| M&G #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mcvey Land Development | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Monties #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| MORRIS FORK 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mountainside Wash Plant | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (NonProducing) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Auger | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine D & D Coal Co | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 23 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 24 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 4 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 4 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 4 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 5 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 6 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 7 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 9 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No. 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No. 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No. 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No. 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| OAM#40 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Poplar Creek #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Rac #10 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Richland 37 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Rough Hill | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Runion Job | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Stoney Fork Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Stoney Fork Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Sue #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Sugar Tree | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Sugartree | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Sugartree Branch | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Sugartree No 5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Surface #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Swan Pond | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Terco No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Tinsley Branch | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Warren Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Wildfire Coal Co Mine No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Wolf Pen #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
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What is the population of Artemus?
Artemus has a population of 587 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 435 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 35.6% female and 64.4% male.
Is Artemus expensive to live in?
Artemus is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $25,179, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $87,300 (69% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Artemus?
Artemus enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 53.8 inches, with 10.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Artemus?
The job market in Artemus faces challenges, with unemployment at 29.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $835. There are 622 business establishments in the area, including 39 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Artemus?
The median home value in Artemus is $87,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,745. The homeownership rate is 72.9%. The average annual property tax is $2,376.
How are the schools in Artemus?
Schools in Artemus score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 0.0% of adults in Artemus hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Artemus?
The obesity rate in Artemus is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 3.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 33.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,739.
What are the demographics of Artemus?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Artemus is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 3.4% of the population are military veterans. 12.9% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.
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