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Calhoun, KY
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Calhoun, KY
At a Glance
How Calhoun Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Calhoun's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Calhoun a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Calhoun residents earn a median household income of $51,071 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,955. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 248 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Calhoun is $106,500 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $175,046. Median rent is $639/month, with 22.8% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
Calhoun reports 208 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,839/100K.
Education
7.2% of adults in Calhoun hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 90.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Calhoun 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 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.