Ashland, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Boyd County County
Ashland, KY
At a Glance
How Ashland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ashland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ashland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ashland residents earn a median household income of $52,199 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,936. The unemployment rate stands at 8.4% (133% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,796 business establishments, including 131 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ashland is $125,300 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $128,835. Median rent is $859/month, with 28.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Ashland reports 205 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,537/100K.
Education
24.6% of adults in Ashland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 91.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ashland has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.