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Berea, KY

Kentucky · Madison County

Berea is a small city in Kentucky with a population of 15,557. Residents earn $56,484 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
15,557 Population 942/sq mi density
$56,484 Median Income $26,622 per capita
$178,000 Home Value $245,670 Zillow
$806 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
118 Violent Crime/100K 1,294 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$56,484 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$178,000 home value, $806/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
118 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,484
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,000
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 118/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $806
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

How Berea Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population15,557
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density942/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,484
Per Capita$26,622
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$4,436M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,000
Rent$806
Ownership57.3%
Zillow$245,670
Housing Units6,025
Rent Burden28.0%

Crime

F
Violent118/100K
Property1,294/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault56/100K
Burglary224/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%
Smoking20.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation961 ft (293 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+11.8%
School Score5.71

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Broadband88.4%
EV Stations6
Libraries2

Is Berea a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berea receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Berea offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berea is $56,484, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berea is $178,000, 37% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Berea is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 118 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,294 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Berea enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Berea has a population of 15,557 with a density of 942 people per square mile, spread across 16.1 square miles. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.1% male. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.2% of residents. 5.1% of the population are veterans. 18.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,557
Total Population
942
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
16.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Berea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish 4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Berea vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berea is $56,484, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,622 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,035, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,101 business establishments, including 150 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 10.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Berea vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,484
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,622
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$65,154
Gini Index0.448 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,101
County GDP$4,436M

Business (County)

Restaurants150
Healthcare283
Retail302
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,213
8% below US avg
Cost of Living90.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Berea is $178,000, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,670, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $806 (31% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 57.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 6,025 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1988. The average annual property tax is $3,213. 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,000
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$245,670
Median List Price$234,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$234,900
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold15
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops16.8%
Inventory101

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$806
31% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$965
Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Homeownership57.3%
Owner-Occupied57.3%
Renter-Occupied42.7%
Housing Units6,025
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,213
8% below US avg
Effective Rate1.81%
In Berea, 31.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 34.8% have high blood pressure. 20.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.5% report binge drinking. 29.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.3% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,104. The dentist ratio is 1:2,115. 77.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-28)

PM2.5
4.2
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
4.5
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
2.0
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
52.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.2
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
137.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Berea vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD8.4%
Cancer6.4%
Kidney Disease3.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.7%
48% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Primary Care1:2,104
Dentists1:2,115
Mental Health1:496
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits65.4%
Premature Death11,055/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access77.7%
Healthcare Facilities283
Berea has a violent crime rate of 118 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 56.0 per 100,000, robbery at 6.2, rape at 56.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,294 per 100,000, 34% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 877, burglary at 224, vehicle theft at 193 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 11 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Berea receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Berea vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent118.2/100K
69% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape56.0/100K
Robbery6.2/100K
Assault56.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,294.0/100K
34% below US avg
Burglary224.0/100K
Theft877.2/100K
Vehicle Theft192.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
Traffic Accidents16
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Berea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 961 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation961 ft (293 m)
Area16.1 sq mi (41.6 km²)
Population Density942/sq mi
Coordinates37.5893°N, 84.2945°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyMadison County County
Nearest AirportLake Cumberland Regional (SME)
41 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (May) 4.92"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.95"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score74.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability28.5 / 100
Community Resilience62.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.8 on May 11, 2025.

Nov 10, 2012 6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky M4.2 121 km
Aug 17, 1990 9 km NNW of Loyall, Kentucky M4.0 109 km
Jul 30, 1997 6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee M3.8 137 km
Jan 20, 2020 2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee M3.8 131 km
Sep 17, 2004 8 km ESE of Corbin, Kentucky M3.7 77 km
Sep 8, 1990 5 km N of Owingsville, Kentucky M3.3 82 km
Nov 8, 1990 5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky M3.2 124 km
Jan 27, 2009 4 km NE of Williamsburg, Kentucky M3.2 92 km
Jan 17, 1999 7 km NNW of Flat Lick, Kentucky M3.1 89 km
Apr 13, 2001 11 km W of Sneedville, Tennessee M3.0 145 km
Jul 17, 2019 7 km SW of New Tazewell, Tennessee M3.0 145 km
May 26, 2021 8 km NW of Fincastle, Tennessee M2.8 125 km
May 20, 2023 Kentucky-Tennessee border region M2.8 143 km
Aug 20, 2015 6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky M2.8 66 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km NNE of Ripley, Ohio M2.8 136 km
Mar 8, 2015 1 km SE of Pleasant View, Kentucky M2.8 103 km
Jan 19, 2020 2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee M2.8 131 km
May 11, 2025 11 km SE of High Bridge, Kentucky M2.8 34 km
May 22, 2024 18 km SSE of Hyden, Kentucky M2.7 110 km
Oct 30, 2017 2 km N of Artemus, Kentucky M2.7 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

274 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 49 fatalities, 952 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 85 km 4
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 23 km 7
Apr 27, 1971 EF4 89 km 2
Mar 2, 2012 EF3 91 km 2
Mar 2, 2012 EF3 69 km 10
May 8, 2009 EF3 17 km 2
May 27, 2004 EF3 58 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 83 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 63 km 7
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 81 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 58 km 1
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 57 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 97 km 2
Jun 29, 1973 EF3 55 km 0
Apr 23, 1970 EF3 75 km 0
Mar 12, 1967 EF3 88 km 0
Jun 9, 1961 EF3 42 km 1
Mar 4, 1955 EF3 20 km 0
Dec 11, 2021 EF2 43 km 0
Mar 2, 2012 EF2 44 km 6
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (66,145 ac, 1987).

Year Name Acres Distance
1987 UNNAMED 66,145 83 km
2001 UNNAMED 18,013 96 km
1987 UNNAMED 11,817 83 km
1987 UNNAMED 10,817 87 km
2001 CRANE CREEK 7,555 60 km
2001 COOL SPRINGS 7,477 80 km
2001 UNNAMED 6,628 99 km
1987 UNNAMED 6,456 63 km
1987 LOCUST GAP 6,014 68 km
1999 UNNAMED 5,823 87 km
1987 UNNAMED 5,679 100 km
1987 UNNAMED 5,426 51 km
1987 UNNAMED 4,938 94 km
1991 OTTER 4,923 83 km
1999 GROUNDHOG 4,258 83 km
2000 THOUSAND STICKS 4,214 87 km
1999 UNNAMED 4,158 91 km
1999 UNNAMED 4,113 81 km
2013 UNNAMED 3,940 92 km
1999 UNNAMED 3,745 85 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 3.2 in
February 36°F (2°C) 3.3 in Coldest
March 45°F (7°C) 4.4 in
April 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.9 in Wettest
June 71°F (22°C) 4.3 in
July 77°F (25°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in Driest
November 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
December 38°F (3°C) 4.1 in

Berea has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 36°F in February to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and October the driest (3.0").

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Berea is located in Madison County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 27.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 20% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. 11.8% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 64.5% of the vote, a 30.9-point margin. 88.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 283 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 68.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
Traffic Accidents16
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+11.8%
School Test Score5.71
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density942/sq mi
Total Area16.1 sq mi
CountyMadison County County

Services

Broadband Access88.4%
Avg Download Speed152.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed25.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities283
Restaurants150
Retail Stores302

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%
Average costs for common services in Berea. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$785
Toddler$664
Preschool$664
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$567
Toddler$567
Preschool$567
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Madison County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 4,911 119 $71,318 1.62
Retail Trade 4,827 338 $37,391 1.31
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,662 440 $48,148 0.88
Accommodation & Food Services 4,134 187 $21,413 1.23
Professional & Technical Services 2,348 495 $102,428 0.91
Construction 2,212 305 $69,923 1.14
Administrative & Waste Services 1,934 223 $44,564 0.89
Other Services 1,245 168 $40,646 1.12
Educational Services 874 60 $56,474 1.15
Wholesale Trade 607 103 $70,246 0.42
Finance & Insurance 527 182 $61,453 0.35
Real Estate 461 136 $54,425 0.80
Transportation & Warehousing 396 78 $69,145 0.25
Information & Technology 348 91 $62,614 0.50
Arts & Entertainment 179 30 $18,646 0.29
Management of Companies 74 12 $102,043 0.12
Utilities 59 8 $109,910 0.42
Unclassified 12 15 $62,166 0.23

Colleges & Universities in Berea

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Berea College Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's 1,450 32.7% $49,326 $49,326

Hospitals in Berea

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
CHI SAINT JOSEPH BEREA NF Critical Access Hospitals Yes (859) 986-3151

Schools in Berea

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Madison Southern High School High 1,210 68 17.8:1
Kingston Elementary School Elementary 618 39 15.8:1
Silver Creek Elementary School Elementary 512 33 15.5:1
Berea Community Elementary School Elementary 503 38 13.2:1
Shannon Johnson Elementary School Elementary 466 33 14.1:1
Farristown Middle School Middle 466 25 18.6:1
Foley Middle School Middle 445 28 15.9:1
Berea Community High School High 353 19 18.6:1
Berea Community Middle School Middle 230 24 9.6:1
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Radio Stations near Berea

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Christian Family Radio christian-gospel AAC+ 64 kbps
WLXU 93.9 FM MP3 128 kbps
NewsRadio 630 WLAP news, talk AAC

National Parks Near Berea

20 national parks and monuments found near Berea.

ParkTypeFee
Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park State Park Free
Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park State Park Free
Camp Nelson National Monument National Monument Free
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park State Park Free
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site State Park Free
Fort Boonesborough State Park State Park Free
General Burnside Island State Park State Park Free
Isaac Shelby Cemetery State Historic Site State Park Free
Lake Cumberland State Resort Park State Park Free
Lincoln Homestead State Park State Park Free
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument National Monument Free
Natural Bridge State Resort Park State Park Free
Old Fort Harrod State Park State Park Free
Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site State Park Free
Pine Mountain State Resort Park State Park Free
Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail State Park Free
Taylorsville Lake State Park State Park Free
Waveland State Historic Site State Park Free
Wilderness Road State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Berea

9 trails found near Berea.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
SHELTOWEE TRACE 286.7
RENFRO LOOP 4.4
GOODWATER 3.2
TURKEY FOOT LOOP 2.3
TURKEY FOOT LOOP B 1.9
WILDCAT 1.0
RENFRO CONNECTOR 0.6
TURKEY FOOT LOOP A 0.3
TURKEY FOOT/SHEL. CONNECTOR 0.1

Museums in Berea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BEREA COLLEGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8599853000$183,011,099
DORIS ULMANN GALLERIESART MUSEUM8599853530$183,011,099
ROBERTS OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8599853301$183,011,099
WEATHERFORD PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8599853351$183,011,099
WILBUR GREELEY BURROUGHS GEOLOGIC MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8599853000$183,011,099
KENTUCKY COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM2590 RICHMOND ROAD6062561000$208,028
KENTUCKY MUSIC HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2590 RICHMOND ST6062561000$208,028
MADISON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$4,318
ARNIM D. HUMMEL PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8596221547
BATTLE OF RICHMOND ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM8596420013
BITTERSWEET CABIN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2325 RICHMOND STREET6062560715
FRED P. GILES GALLERYART MUSEUM8596221629
ROCKCASTLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
W G BURROUGHS GEOLOGY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMBEREA COLLEGE8599853351
WHITE HALL STATE HISTORIC PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION8596239178

Libraries in Berea

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MADISON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY507 WEST MAIN STREET0.0358,438
ROCKCASTLE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY60 FORD DRIVE0.035,982

Farmers Markets in Berea

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Berea Farmer's Market416 Chestnut St.04/09/2016 to 10/31/2016Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Farmers Market at EKU EKU Alumni Coliseum Parking Lot 641 Eastern Bypass05/30/2019 to 08/08/2019Thu: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Rockcastle County Farmers Market IIHighway 150, Brodhead Fairgrounds
Rockcastle County Farmers Market I25 North Renfo Valley (Aunt Polly House)

Hotels in Berea

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boone Tavern Hotel & Restaurant
Comfort Inn & Suites
Country Inn & Suites
Fairfield Inn & Suites
Quality Inn
Red Roof Inn Berea

Restaurants in Berea

13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bluegrass Kitchen
Cracker Barrel
Dinner Bell
Dona Maria's Tamales
El Rio Grande
Giovanni's Pizza
Main Street Cafe
Mariachi's Mexican Restaurant
Momma D's Smokin' Oak Country Store
Nuevo Vallarta Mexican Grille
Papa Leno's
Pizza Hut
Yamato

Cafes in Berea

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Berea Coffee & Tea Co.
Frost Cafe
Just Love Coffee
Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea Cafe & Grill
Native Bagel
Pinnacles cafe

Theatres in Berea

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jelkyl Drama Center
The Pinnacles Amphitheater

Clinics in Berea

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Berea Urgent Care

Dentists in Berea

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Today's Family Dental

Gas Stations in Berea

13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

76
BP
BP
BP
Circle K
Marathon
Marathon
Shell
Shell
Shell
Shell
Speedway
Sunoco

Banks in Berea

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Central Bank

Nursing Homes in Berea

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
THE TERRACE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
1043 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD
For profit - Corporation 102 98 5/5 3/5 5/5 8592280551
BEREA HEALTH CARE CENTER
601 RICHMOND ROAD
For profit - Corporation 84 77 4/5 3/5 2/5 8599864710

Pharmacies in Berea

9 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BEREA DRUG 402 RICHMOND ROAD NORTH 859-986-4521
KNIGHT'S PHARMACY 191 GLADES ROAD 859-986-0500
MADISON SOUTH PHARMACY 405 RICHMOND ROAD NORTH 859-228-0010
RITE AID - 3935 310 GLADES ROAD 859-986-3103
RX DISCOUNT 216 BRENWOOD STREET 859-985-7283
SAINT JOSEPH - BEREA 305 ESTILL STREET 859-986-3151
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1190 120 JILL DRIVE 859-986-3113
WALGREENS - 11796 220 RICHMOND ROAD NORTH 859-986-1494
WHITE HOUSE CLINIC - BEREA 104 LEGACY DRIVE 859-986-2323

EV Charging Stations in Berea

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Berea College Forestry Center2047 Big Hill RdNon-Networked2J1772public
Berea Police Department212 Chestnut StNon-Networked6J1772public
Boone Hotel & Restaurant220 Jackson StNon-Networked1J1772public
Historic Boone Tavern Hotel and Restaurant100 Main St NNon-Networked1J1772public
KFC0331 STATION 1320 Paint Lick RdChargePoint Network2J1772public
KFC0331 STATION 2320 paint lick rdChargePoint Network2J1772public
Pinnacle View Inn Bed & Breakfast - Tesla Destination491 Log Cabin RdTesla Destination2J1772 TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Berea

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
521 FENTRESS LANE (76213)GTOWER128
151 JIM LAMBERT ROAD (67666)GTOWER110
Burdette Rd (105167)LTOWER110
850 S. Dogwood Drive (112852)LTOWER91
1322 Walnut Meadow Road (37723)LTOWER84
176 Kennedy Lane (39220)GTOWER82
208 DAVIS LANE (86925)LTOWER77

Fire Stations in Berea

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Berea Fire Department212 Chestnut STMostly volunteer859-986-2898
Red Lick Volunteer Fire Department699 Red Lick RDVolunteer859-985-1692

Bridges in Berea

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19662658,744F
CulvertConcrete19672349,731F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200317546,948F
CulvertConcrete19672624,866F
CulvertConcrete19672624,866F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200328623,474G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200332023,474G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200225213,303F
CulvertConcrete19183011,787F
CulvertConcrete1950709,885F
CulvertConcrete1950249,885F
Tee BeamConcrete19341119,350F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20082419,283G
CulvertConcrete1949267,029F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous2011666,853G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20072286,736G
CulvertConcrete2006255,791G
CulvertConcrete1955255,679F
CulvertConcrete1929355,629F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous1997955,629F
Tee BeamConcrete1939764,621F
CulvertConcrete continuous1955274,099F
CulvertConcrete continuous1955334,099F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20163473,511G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20163563,511G
CulvertConcrete1954443,410F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19481543,381F
CulvertConcrete2019243,347G
CulvertConcrete1929303,179F
CulvertConcrete2006253,179G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete2000403,179F
CulvertConcrete1949373,144G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1986242,194F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2019442,140G
CulvertConcrete1952511,994F
CulvertConcrete1952351,994F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2003501,450F
Tee BeamConcrete1951331,270F
Tee BeamConcrete1951531,270F
Tee BeamConcrete19601591,093F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20011931,093G
CulvertConcrete200621933G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198344828F
CulvertSteel196022786G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete201752746G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete199951637F
CulvertConcrete194727620P
Tee BeamConcrete1963139620F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198275589F
CulvertConcrete195724576F
CulvertMasonry194738474G
CulvertConcrete193020474F
CulvertMasonry194822474F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199353474F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196564463F
Tee BeamConcrete1951114436F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199134402F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198984376P
CulvertSteel200352367G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199163367P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196631348F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198928348F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199034309F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199926252F
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete198444249F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199630247F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196053210F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200160198F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2006108181F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199226133F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198451133F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200568133F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199336128F
CulvertConcrete195629128G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199445128F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196930120P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197070120P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201589120G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199797116F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200546112F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199970111F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201584106G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201584106G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199935103F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200324103G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19924295F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19913285F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199916468F
CulvertSteel20034850G

Airports Near Berea

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Blue Grass AirportLEXMedium Airport
Central Kentucky Regional AirportMedium Airport
Lake Cumberland Regional AirportSMEMedium Airport
London-Corbin Airport/Magee FieldLOZMedium Airport
Air Castle AirportSmall Airport
Berea-Richmond AirportSmall Airport
Blue Haven Farm AirportSmall Airport
Boss AirportSmall Airport
Brennan Farm AirportSmall Airport
Buzzard's Roost AirportSmall Airport
Capital City AirportFFTSmall Airport
Cartersville AirportSmall Airport
Clarks FieldSmall Airport
Coal FieldSmall Airport
Colby AirportSmall Airport
Crawford UltralightportSmall Airport
Forest Hill Airport - Silo FieldSmall Airport
Georgetown-Scott County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Harold Reynolds AirportSmall Airport
High Point Farm AirportSmall Airport
Hisle FieldSmall Airport
Jordan Hill Farm AirportSmall Airport
Kitty Hawk Farm UltralightportSmall Airport
Lee's AirparkSmall Airport
Lucas FieldSmall Airport
Morehead-Rowan County Clyde A. Thomas Regional AirportSmall Airport
Mount Sterling Montgomery County AirportSmall Airport
Mountain View AirfieldSmall Airport
One Oak AirportSmall Airport
Pumpkin FieldSmall Airport
Renick FieldSmall Airport
Robbins Roost AirportSmall Airport
Rogers International AirportSmall Airport
Soggy Bottom Farm AirportSmall Airport
Stanton AirportSmall Airport
Stuart Powell FieldSmall Airport
TEC FieldSmall Airport
Wayne County AirportSmall Airport
Weavers Run AirportSmall Airport
Wild Blue AirportSmall Airport
Zanzibar Farm AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Berea

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Berea Police & Municipal Center
EKU Police
Kentucky State Police
Richmond Police Dept.

Grocery Stores in Berea

37 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Anderson BrothersConvenience Store4313 Cartersville Rd
BEE JAYS GROCERY & GIFTSConvenience Store9207 N Wilderness Rd
Berea College Farm StoreFarmers and Markets311 Main St N
Berea Farmers Market CooperativeFarmers and Markets635 Chestnut St
Berea Shell Food Mart 100Convenience Store100 Prince Royal Dr
Big Hill Foodmart LLCConvenience Store10170 Battlefield Memorial Hwy
Circle K 2723255Convenience Store300 Richmond Rd N
Circle K 2723256Convenience Store707 Chestnut St
Clark's Pump-n-Shop 89Convenience Store274 Paint Lick Rd
Dollar General 14045Other2412 Big Hill Rd
Dollar General 15679Other855 Paint Lick Rd
Dollar General 15754Other207 Village Dr
Dollar General 15859Other3536 Berea Rd
Dollar General 20232Other11414 Richmond Rd
Dollar General 20583Other11074 N Wilderness Rd
Dollar General 20940Other702 Big Hill Rd
Dollar General 21170Other5120 Battlefield Memorial Hwy
Dollar General 25384Other6120 Highway 421 S
Dollar General 25391Other7001 Highway 421 N
Dollar General 31219Other5212 Cartersville Rd
Dollar General 6957Other403 RICHMOND RD N
Dollar Tree 4875Other102 Jill Dr
DOLLARTREE 9458Other310 Glades Rd
Gray Hawk LandingConvenience Store6700 Highway 421 S
Happy Meadow Natural FoodsGrocery Store286 Glades Rd
Mi Jalisco Mexican Store LLCGrocery Store216 Mount Vernon Rd
Momma D Smokin' Oak LlcConvenience Store7372 Highway 2004
Redi Mart 009Convenience Store518 Glades Rd
Redi Mart 8Convenience Store1102 Paint Lick Rd
Save A Lot Berea 24495Supermarket403 RICHMOND RD N
Shell Food MartConvenience Store100 Peggy Flat Rd
Silver Creek MarketConvenience Store865 Highway 1016
Speedway 8496Convenience Store101 Prince Royal Dr
Super Shell Foodmart IncConvenience Store594B Big Hill Rd
Valero Food MartConvenience Store101 Peggy Flats Rd
Walgreens 11796Other220 Richmond Rd N
Walmart 1190Super Store120 JILL DR

Treatment Centers in Berea

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BHG Berea Treatment Center - BHG XXXV LLCSubstance Abuse859-756-5006
Bluegrass Alcohol Counseling of - RichmondSubstance Abuse859-353-2528
Care ClinicBoth844-782-6963
New Vista - Madison County Outpatient ClinicBoth859-626-5030

DOL Wage Violations in Berea

10 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $28,067 in back wages owed to 97 employees.

10
Violations
$28,067
Back Wages Owed
97
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Berea Coffee & Tea 40403 1 $7,525 $3,762 2
Avalon Steel Buildings 40403 1 $5,376 $1,075 5
Bobtown Country Store & Drive-In 40403 1 $4,725 $945 5
Char-Mar Subway 40403 1 $3,966 $305 13
Sam's Satellite & Electronics (Cricket) 40403 1 $2,540 $102 25
Subway Subway 40403 2 $1,669 $556 3
Bright Beginnings 40403 1 $983 $27 36
Taco Bell Yum Brands 40403 1 $609 $102 6
Holiday Motel Berea 40403 1 $474 $474 1
Skybax Ecological Services, LLC 40403 1 $200 $200 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Berea

22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BARUCH HABA MESSIANIC JEWISH CONGREGATIONPO BOX 152
BEREA FOURSQUARE CHURCHPO BOX 509
BEREA INTERFAITH TASK FORCE FOR PEACE INC128 MAIN ST STE B
CALVARY BAPTIST CHAPEL102 CUMBERLAND
CHRISTS RECOVERY MINISTRY INCPO BOX 336
CHURCH ON THE ROCK INC1049 RICHMOND RD N
DIXIE PARK CORNERSTONE BAPTIST CHURCH INC700 N POWELL AVE
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH206 CHESTNUT ST
FOGERTOWN ALLIANCE CHURCH INC OF THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIA114 WOODFORD AVE
FREEDOM FULL GOSPEL OF BEREA1155 JAMESTOWN DR
GILMIN GROUP INC597 PINE WOODS RD
GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF BEREA INC346 PINNACLE VIEW DR
KENTUCKY MEN OF INTEGRITY INC302 RICHMOND RD N
LIVING FOUNDATIONS INCPO BOX 682
NEW LIFE WORSHIP CENTER ASSEMBLY OF GOD1002 PAINT LICK RD
PAINT LICK CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 86
PARENTS FOR A CATHOLIC EDUCATION INC1604 MERLOT CT
THE CHURCH OF CHRIST UNION200 PROSPECT ST
THIS IS US GENERATION TO GENERATION INC1049 RICHMOND RD N
UNITY CHAPEL INC785 ALEXANDER RD
UPWARD BOUND MINISTRIES INC101 CRESCENT DR
WALKING BY FAITH MINISTRIES359 GABBARD RD

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Historic Markers
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UFO Sightings
3
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
3
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Bigfoot Sightings
2
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Haunted Places
1
Locations with documented reports of paranormal activity and sightings
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Berea

What is the population of Berea?

Berea has a population of 15,557 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 942 people per square mile, spread across 16.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

Is Berea expensive to live in?

Berea 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 $56,484, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $178,000 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Berea safe?

Berea is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 118 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,294 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Berea receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Berea?

Berea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Berea?

The job market in Berea is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,035. There are 3,101 business establishments in the area, including 150 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 10.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Berea?

The median home value in Berea is $178,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,670. For renters, the median monthly rent is $806. Fair market rent is $794 for a 1-bedroom and $984 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 57.3%. The average annual property tax is $3,213.

How are the schools in Berea?

Schools in Berea score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 27.0% of adults in Berea hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. 11.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Berea?

The obesity rate in Berea is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.7% of adults are smokers. 29.9% are physically inactive. 77.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,104.

What is transportation like in Berea?

The average commute in Berea is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 68.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Berea?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Berea is 89.7% White, 3% Black or African American, 1.8% Hispanic or Latino. 95.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.8% speak Spanish. 5.1% of the population are military veterans. 18.0% of residents have a disability. 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

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