Bardstown, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Nelson County County
Bardstown, KY
At a Glance
How Bardstown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bardstown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bardstown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bardstown residents earn a median household income of $49,781 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,620. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,530 business establishments, including 75 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bardstown is $190,800 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $261,850. Median rent is $917/month, with 28.6% 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 1983.
Safety & Crime
Bardstown reports 165 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,430/100K.
Education
24.7% of adults in Bardstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bardstown has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches.