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Beaver Dam, KY
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Beaver Dam, KY
At a Glance
How Beaver Dam Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Beaver Dam's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Beaver Dam a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Beaver Dam residents earn a median household income of $52,546 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,154. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 516 business establishments, including 28 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Beaver Dam is $155,800 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $152,421. Median rent is $717/month, with 16.5% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Beaver Dam reports 28 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 93% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,417/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
16.9% of adults in Beaver Dam hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 84.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Beaver Dam has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.