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Carlisle, KY
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Carlisle, KY
At a Glance
How Carlisle Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Carlisle's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Carlisle a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Carlisle residents earn a median household income of $46,292 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,488. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 124 business establishments, including 3 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Carlisle is $103,300 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $201,109. Median rent is $620/month, with 17.9% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Carlisle reports 102 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 256/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
8.5% of adults in Carlisle hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 83.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Carlisle has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.