Beattyville, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Lee County County
Beattyville, KY
At a Glance
How Beattyville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Beattyville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Beattyville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Beattyville residents earn a median household income of $23,750 , which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $11,489. The unemployment rate stands at 14.5% (303% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 163 business establishments, including 9 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Beattyville is $106,800 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $134,671. Median rent is $366/month, with 31.4% 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
Beattyville reports 93 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 75% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 93/100K.
Education
4.5% of adults in Beattyville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below the national average). 65.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Beattyville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches.