Buckhorn, KY

Kentucky · Owsley County

Buckhorn is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 69.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
69 Population 203/sq mi density
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Bachelor's+ 30.8%
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population69
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density203/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans20.0%

Economy

Per Capita$28,939
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$69M

Housing

Ownership79.2%
Zillow$86,108
Housing Units36
Rent Burden28.4%

Health

Obesity31.0%
Uninsured0.0%
Smoking20.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation747 ft (228 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.8%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+11.6%
School Score4.41

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Broadband75.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Buckhorn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buckhorn receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Buckhorn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Buckhorn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow.

Buckhorn has a population of 69 with a density of 203 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 30.4% female and 69.6% male. The city is predominantly White (81.2%), with 15.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents, while 8.8% speak Spanish. 20.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 28.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

69
Total Population
2023 Census
203
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.6%
Female 30.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Buckhorn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Buckhorn vs U.S. Average

Per capita income is $28,939 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $779, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 93 business establishments, including 3 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Buckhorn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,939
Avg Weekly Wage$779
IRS Avg AGI$43,010
Gini Index0.464 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)93
County GDP$69M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare13
Retail8

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone41.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $86,108. Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 36 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. 28.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$86,108

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.2%
Owner-Occupied79.2%
Renter-Occupied20.8%
Housing Units36
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

In Buckhorn, 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. 0.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The dentist ratio is 1:1,964. 84.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Buckhorn 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 Rate100.0%
Uninsured0.0%
100% below US avg
Dentists1:1,964
Mental Health1:572
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits65.4%
Premature Death23,920/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access84.3%
Healthcare Facilities13
Buckhorn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 747 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Geography

Elevation747 ft (228 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates37.3466°N, 83.4698°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyOwsley County County
Nearest AirportLake Cumberland Regional (SME)
66 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.5"
36% above US avg
Snowfall 8.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.31"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.26"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score6.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability80.6 / 100
Community Resilience6.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

68 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 44 km
Aug 17, 1990 9 km NNW of Loyall, Kentucky M4.0 47 km
Jul 30, 1997 6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee M3.8 93 km
Jan 20, 2020 2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee M3.8 113 km
Sep 17, 2004 8 km ESE of Corbin, Kentucky M3.7 66 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 144 km
Mar 5, 2019 7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee M3.4 119 km
Sep 8, 1990 5 km N of Owingsville, Kentucky M3.3 98 km
Jan 27, 2009 4 km NE of Williamsburg, Kentucky M3.2 87 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km S of New Market, Tennessee M3.2 150 km
Nov 8, 1990 5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky M3.2 47 km
Jan 17, 1999 7 km NNW of Flat Lick, Kentucky M3.1 58 km
Apr 29, 2018 10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee M3.1 117 km
Apr 13, 2001 11 km W of Sneedville, Tennessee M3.0 92 km
Jul 17, 2019 7 km SW of New Tazewell, Tennessee M3.0 108 km
Aug 14, 2009 4 km ENE of Nickelsville, Virginia M2.9 118 km
Apr 5, 2005 1 km SE of Blaine, Tennessee M2.9 135 km
May 20, 2023 Kentucky-Tennessee border region M2.8 110 km
May 26, 2021 8 km NW of Fincastle, Tennessee M2.8 113 km
Aug 20, 2015 6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky M2.8 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

160 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 38 fatalities, 482 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 100 km 7
Mar 2, 2012 EF3 63 km 10
Mar 2, 2012 EF3 43 km 2
May 8, 2009 EF3 95 km 2
May 9, 1988 EF3 87 km 1
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 79 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 90 km 7
Jun 29, 1973 EF3 59 km 0
Mar 12, 1967 EF3 95 km 0
Jun 9, 1961 EF3 48 km 1
Mar 4, 1955 EF3 96 km 0
Mar 2, 2012 EF2 68 km 6
Mar 2, 2012 EF2 87 km 0
Feb 29, 2012 EF2 59 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 99 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 87 km 0
Jun 2, 2001 EF2 59 km 0
Apr 20, 1996 EF2 77 km 0
May 18, 1995 EF2 93 km 0
May 18, 1995 EF2 9 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (66,345 ac, 1987).

Year Name Acres Distance
1987 UNNAMED 66,345 65 km
1987 UNNAMED 66,145 15 km
1987 UNNAMED 38,312 96 km
1987 UNNAMED 21,562 91 km
1987 UNNAMED 20,994 69 km
2001 UNNAMED 18,013 23 km
1999 UNNAMED 17,759 48 km
1991 UNNAMED 17,406 59 km
1999 UNNAMED 17,328 60 km
1994 UNNAMED 15,526 72 km
1987 UNNAMED 15,138 65 km
1987 UNNAMED 13,124 61 km
1987 UNNAMED 11,817 53 km
1999 UNNAMED 10,990 83 km
1987 UNNAMED 10,817 39 km
1987 UNNAMED 9,572 83 km
1999 UNNAMED 9,384 92 km
1991 UNNAMED 9,084 91 km
1987 UNNAMED 9,084 42 km
2001 UNNAMED 8,287 61 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 3.9 in
March 46°F (8°C) 4.8 in
April 56°F (13°C) 4.5 in
May 65°F (18°C) 5.0 in
June 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in
July 76°F (24°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 4.4 in
September 69°F (21°C) 3.3 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in Driest
November 46°F (8°C) 3.3 in
December 38°F (3°C) 4.7 in

Buckhorn has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 34°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and October the driest (3.3").

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Buckhorn is located in Owsley County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 30.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 9% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. 11.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 88.4% of the vote, a 77.3-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 13 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.4%
D 11%

Winner: Republican by 77.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.8%
9% below US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+11.6%
School Test Score4.41
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density203/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyOwsley County County

Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Avg Download Speed223.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed212.2 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants3
Retail Stores8

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone41.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Buckhorn. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$491
Toddler$489
Preschool$489
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$348
Toddler$355
Preschool$355
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Owsley County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 14 4 $12,908 0.21
Other Services 10 4 $29,948 0.46

Schools in Buckhorn

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Buckhorn School Other 310 23 13.5:1
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Radio Stations near Buckhorn

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Buckhorn

5 campgrounds found near Buckhorn.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CARR CREEK LAKE SHELTERS 4.9/5 8 $60
BUCKHORN CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 37 $14, $60
TRACE BRANCH CAMPGROUND 4.2/5 29 $24, $60
KOOMER RIDGE CAMPGROUND 4.1/5 52 $27, $45
Buckhorn Day Use - 3 $30, $60

National Parks Near Buckhorn

20 national parks and monuments found near Buckhorn.

ParkTypeFee
Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park State Park Free
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park State Park Free
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Dawkins Line Rail Trail State Park Free
Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site State Park Free
Fort Boonesborough State Park State Park Free
Grayson Lake State Park State Park Free
Indian Mountain State Park Free
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park State Park Free
Kingdom Come State Park State Park Free
Natural Bridge State Resort Park State Park Free
Natural Tunnel State Park State Park Free
Paintsville Lake State Park State Park Free
Pine Mountain State Resort Park State Park Free
Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum State Park State Park Free
Warriors Path State Park Free
Wilderness Road State Park State Park Free
Yatesville Lake State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Buckhorn

38 trails found near Buckhorn.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
REDBIRD CREST 70.6 - - -
GILBERT CK / ELISHA CK LOOP 13.5 - - -
ROUGH 7.9 - - -
OSBORNE BEND LOOP 6.8 - - -
SWIFT CAMP CREEK 6.7 - - -
LEFT FORK OF ELISHA CREEK 6.6 - - -
DANIEL BOONE TRAIL CONNECTOR 5.1 - - -
KOOMER RIDGE 2.7 - - -
TURKEY FOOT LOOP 2.3 - - -
DOUBLE ARCH 2.2 - - -
AUXIER RIDGE 2.1 - - -
COURT HOUSE ROCK 2.0 - - -
TURKEY FOOT LOOP B 1.9 - - -
WILDCAT 1.7 - - -
BUCK 1.3 - - -
SILVERMINE ARCH 1.3 - - -
ROCK BRIDGE 1.3 - - -
RUSH RIDGE 1.0 - - -
HIDDEN ARCH 0.9 - - -
SKY BRIDGE 0.8 - - -
CONTRARY CREEK 0.8 - - -
AUXIER BRANCH 0.8 - - -
D. BOON HUT 0.8 - - -
TOWER ROCK 0.5 - - -
BISON WAY 0.5 - - -
SHELTOWEE CONNECTOR 0.4 - - -
CLIFF 0.3 - - -
CHIMNEY TOP 0.3 - - -
PRINCESS ARCH 0.3 - - -
ANGEL WINDOWS 0.3 - - -
GRAY'S ARCH 0.3 - - -
TURKEY FOOT LOOP A 0.3 - - -
MILITARY WALL 0.2 - - -
WHITTLETON ARCH 0.2 - - -
WHISTLING ARCH 0.2 - - -
LEFT FLANK WALL 0.1 - - -
TURKEY FOOT/SHEL. CONNECTOR 0.1 - - -
SILVERMINE SPUR 0.1 - - -

Museums in Buckhorn

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BREATHITT COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6066664159$17,928
FAITH HILL COMMUNITY CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION6065985981
OWSLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONKENTUCKY 116065936755

Libraries in Buckhorn

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BREATHITT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY1024 COLLEGE AVENUE0.073,124
LESLIE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY22065 MAIN STREET0.066,868
OWSLEY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY185 NEW HIGHWAY 110.046,657
LEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY123 CENTER STREET0.040,692

Farmers Markets in Buckhorn

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Owsley County Farmers MarketOwsley County High School Farm Shepherds Lane06/03/2013 to 10/25/2013Tue: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;
UK Robinson Center Farmers Market3215 Quicksand Road, Intersection of Highway 15 South and Highway 1812May to OctoberTue:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Fri:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Sat:8:00 AM - 2:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in Buckhorn

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Buckhorn Lodge & Conference Center

Cell Towers in Buckhorn

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
DAVIDSON FORK ROADTOWER99
2255 DAVIDSON FORK ROAD (76424)GTOWER98
Bear Creek Rd (87003)LTOWER94
Dogwood Ln (106520)LTOWER94

Fire Stations in Buckhorn

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Buckhorn Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.231 Buckhorn LNVolunteer606-398-7800
Grapevine/Chavies Volunteer Fire Department1849 KY Highway 28Volunteer606-439-3070

Bridges in Buckhorn

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19833042,065F
CulvertConcrete1952241,160F
CulvertConcrete193830714F
Tee BeamConcrete193843714F
CulvertConcrete195236683G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1959240670F
CulvertConcrete195126619F
Tee BeamConcrete195166571F
Tee BeamConcrete195166571F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete202370556G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202226280G
SlabConcrete199837250F
Tee BeamConcrete195099233F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201930205G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202225180G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1976301160F
CulvertConcrete195229160F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196030159F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202240150G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199027137F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201839104G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19912373F
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron20172258F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19786554F
CulvertConcrete19533654G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19953040F
CulvertConcrete19932140G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19753030G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20033120P

Airports Near Buckhorn

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Julian Carroll Airport-Medium Airport
London-Corbin Airport/Magee FieldLOZMedium Airport
Carr Airport-Small Airport
Duff Airport-Small Airport
Hisle Field-Small Airport
Jordan Hill Farm Airport-Small Airport
King Fisher Field-Small Airport
Lee County Airport-Small Airport
Middlesboro-Bell County Airport-Small Airport
Mount Sterling Montgomery County Airport-Small Airport
Mountain View Airfield-Small Airport
Paintsville-Prestonsburg-Combs Field-Small Airport
Pumpkin Field-Small Airport
Renick Field-Small Airport
Rogers International Airport-Small Airport
Sargents Field-Small Airport
Stanton Airport-Small Airport
TEC Field-Small Airport
Tucker Guthrie Memorial Airport-Small Airport
Weavers Run Airport-Small Airport
Wendell H Ford Airport-Small Airport
West Liberty Airport-Small Airport
Williamsburg Whitley County Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Buckhorn

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Big Stone Gap Police Department

Grocery Stores in Buckhorn

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CODYS CORNER & KRISTENS CAFEConvenience Store18543 KENTUCKY HWY 28
Family Dollar 12434Other5421 KY Highway 28
KC Gas And GoodsConvenience Store15270 Highway 1110

Treatment Centers in Buckhorn

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ARH Regional Medical Center - Psychiatric CenterBoth606-439-6600
Kentucky River Community Care - Leslie IOPSubstance Abuse606-672-4215
Kentucky River Community Care - SAP LeeSubstance Abuse606-464-3212
Kentucky River Community Care - SAP LeslieSubstance Abuse606-672-4215
Kentucky River Community Care - US Courts Outpatient ServicesSubstance Abuse606-464-3212
Kentucky River Community Care Inc - Crossroads Crisis ServicesBoth800-262-7491 x7313
Kentucky River Community Care Inc - Drug Court ServicesSubstance Abuse606-672-4215
Kentucky River Community Care Inc - Drug Court ServicesSubstance Abuse606-464-3212
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Churches & Religious Organizations in Buckhorn

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHAVIES FIRST CHURCH OF GODPO BOX 122
CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE7177 KY HIGHWAY 1110
MORRIS FORK CHURCH INCPO BOX 81
PRESBYTERIAN CHILD WELFARE AGENCY116 BUCKHORN LN

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Mines
77
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Historic Markers
2
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Mines Near Buckhorn

77 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Buckhorn.

Name Description
#1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
#1 Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
#1 Strip & Auger Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
#1 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
#2 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
A24 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Auger Mine #10 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Auger Mine #16 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
B&W Resources Inc Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Bessie Tipple Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Big Blue Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed)
Breathitt #1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Chavies Job #7 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Combs Branch Job Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Active)
Couch Branch Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Courtland Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Davis Energy Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Davis Energy / Red Bush Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Dusty Fork Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Dusty Fork Job Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Dusty Fork Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Freeman Fork Job Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
G & Y #7 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Gerlinda Tipple Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Goddess #1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Grapevine Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
HOWARDS CREEK MINE Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Active)
Kentucky River Surface Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Kescoal #1 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Kevin Buckhorn Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Middle Fork Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Mine #41 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Mine No. 1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Mine No1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Mine No1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Minnehan #1 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 1 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 1 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 1 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Auger Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Auger Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Strip Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Strip Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Strip Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 1 Surface Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 2 Surface Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No 4 Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 57 Mine (D) Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
No1 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
OAM#19 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Otter Creek Mine No. 1 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Pads Branch Washer Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Princess One Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
REID & SON CONSTRUCTION Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
S-2 Buckhorn Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
S-3 Candle Ridge Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Squabble #1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Sturgeon #4 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Sturgeon Buckhorn Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Sturgeon Freeman Fork Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Active)
Sturgeon No 5 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Times Mining 01 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Zion Mining Co Inc #8 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)

Historic Markers Near Buckhorn

2 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Buckhorn.

Name Description
Sam and Nola of Morris Fork Marker is at the intersection of Kentucky Route 28 and Ingol Fory Road, on the right when traveling east on State Route 28.
Murdoch of Buckhorn Marker is at the intersection of Kentucky Route 29 and Buckhorn Lane, on the left when traveling east on State Route 29.

Bigfoot Sightings Near Buckhorn

1 Bigfoot sighting reports from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) found near Buckhorn.

Name Year Description
Report 2429: High-pitched growling scream heard by witnesses. 1986

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Frequently Asked Questions About Buckhorn

What is the population of Buckhorn?

Buckhorn has a population of 69 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 203 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 30.4% female and 69.6% male.

Is Buckhorn expensive to live in?

Buckhorn is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.2 / below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Buckhorn?

Buckhorn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Buckhorn?

The job market in Buckhorn is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $779. There are 93 business establishments in the area, including 3 restaurants and food service locations.

How are the schools in Buckhorn?

Schools in Buckhorn have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 30.8% of adults in Buckhorn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. 11.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Buckhorn?

The obesity rate in Buckhorn is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.7% of adults are smokers. 29.9% are physically inactive. 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 84.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What are the demographics of Buckhorn?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Buckhorn is 81.2% White, 15.9% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.8% speak Spanish. 20.0% of the population are military veterans. 28.0% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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