Carrollton, KY

Kentucky · Carroll County

Carrollton is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 3,894. Residents earn $58,788 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

3,894 Population 1,909/sq mi density

$58,788 Median Income $25,417 per capita

$122,400 Home Value $158,122 Zillow

$862 Median Rent 15.8% income on rent

57°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr

79 Violent Crime/100K 838 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.7 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.6 / 5.0

$58,788 median income, 3.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$122,400 home value, $862/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

79 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)

Education

1.2 / 5.0

2.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $58,788

22% lower than US avg

Home Value $122,400

57% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 79/100K

79% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 2.1%

94% lower than US avg

Median Rent $862

26% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.5%

7% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.6%

0% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.8%

5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,894

Median Age34.0 yrs

Density1,909/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 82%

Veterans5.9%

Economy

B+

Median Income$58,788

Per Capita$25,417

Unemployment3.6%

Poverty11.8%

County GDP$2,456M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$122,400

Rent$862

Ownership37.0%

Zillow$158,122

Housing Units1,610

Rent Burden15.8%

Crime

Violent79/100K

Property838/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault79/100K

Burglary131/100K

Health

Obesity34.5%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking23.3%

Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain48.5 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation482 ft (147 m)

Education

Bachelor's+2.1%

High School+87.5%

Graduate+1.2%

School Score4.82

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%

Commute24 min

Broadband81.3%

EV Stations2

Libraries1

Is Carrollton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carrollton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Carrollton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carrollton is $58,788, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carrollton is $122,400, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $862 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Carrollton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 79 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 838 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Carrollton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Carrollton has a population of 3,894 with a density of 1,909 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (82.1%), with 1.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.7% of residents, while 8.3% speak Spanish. 5.9% of the population are veterans. 16.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,894

Total Population

1,909

People / sq mi

34.0yrs

Median Age

13% below US avg

2.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%

Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Carrollton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.7%

17% above US avg

Spanish 8.3%

38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carrollton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carrollton is $58,788, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,417 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,405. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 372 business establishments, including 26 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Carrollton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$58,788
	22% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,417
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,405
IRS Avg AGI	$59,206
Gini Index	0.458 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.6%
	0% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.8%
	5% below US avg
Establishments (County)	372
County GDP	$2,456M

Business (County)

Restaurants	26
Healthcare	24
Retail	40
Manufacturing	16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,300
	34% below US avg
Cost of Living	90.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.4 min
Drive Alone	86.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Carrollton is $122,400, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,122, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $862 (26% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 37.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,610 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. The average annual property tax is $2,300 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 15.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$122,400
	57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$158,122

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$862
	26% below US avg
Rent Burden	15.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	37.0%
Owner-Occupied	37.0%
Renter-Occupied	63.0%
Housing Units	1,610
Median Year Built	1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,300
	34% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.88%

In Carrollton, 34.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 7.0% of residents, above the national average. 38.0% have high blood pressure. 23.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.6% report binge drinking. 33.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.9% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,621. The dentist ratio is 1:3,646. 49.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.5%
	7% above US avg
Diabetes	11.5%
Heart Disease	7.0%
High Blood Pressure	38.0%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	9.3%
Cancer	6.4%
Kidney Disease	3.2%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.3%
	66% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.6%
Physical Inactivity	33.1%
Mental Distress	14.9%
Physical Distress	15.1%
Short Sleep	38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.9%

Primary Care	1:3,621
Dentists	1:3,646
Mental Health	1:1,099
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	62.7%
Premature Death	14,553/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access	49.2%
Healthcare Facilities	24

Carrollton has a violent crime rate of 79 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 78.6 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 838 per 100,000, 57% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 550, burglary at 131, vehicle theft at 157 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Carrollton receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	78.6/100K
	79% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	78.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	838.4/100K
	57% below US avg
Burglary	131.0/100K
Theft	550.2/100K
Vehicle Theft	157.2/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents	33
Avg Accident Severity	2.9 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Carrollton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 482 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	56.6°F
	5% above US avg
January Average	33°F (1°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	482 ft (147 m)
Area	2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density	1,909/sq mi
Coordinates	38.6796°N, 85.1658°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Carroll County County
Nearest Airport	Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG) 37 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.5"

28% above US avg

Snowfall 20.6"

Wettest Month (May) 4.76"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.95"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	23.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	65.4 / 100
Community Resilience	34.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Very Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.8 on May 11, 2025.

Jan 24, 1990	6 km WNW of Alton, Indiana	M3.9	130 km
Jan 27, 1990	6 km N of Alton, Indiana	M3.8	123 km
Sep 12, 2004	4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana	M3.8	111 km
Sep 8, 1990	5 km N of Owingsville, Kentucky	M3.3	133 km
Aug 20, 2015	6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky	M2.8	81 km
Mar 17, 1999	2 km NNE of Ripley, Ohio	M2.8	116 km
May 11, 2025	11 km SE of High Bridge, Kentucky	M2.8	113 km
Mar 9, 1990	8 km ENE of New Amsterdam, Indiana	M2.7	108 km
Mar 21, 1990	1 km W of Spring Mill, Kentucky	M2.7	73 km
Jan 12, 2023	4 km E of Burgin, Kentucky	M2.6	110 km
Aug 4, 2023	11 km ENE of Lancaster, Kentucky	M2.6	128 km
May 11, 2015	5 km ESE of Maysville, Kentucky	M2.6	129 km
Jan 29, 1990	11 km S of Paoli, Indiana	M2.6	115 km
Jul 23, 2013	6 km NNE of Germantown, Kentucky	M2.6	106 km
Jan 21, 2018	8 km SSE of High Bridge, Kentucky	M2.6	112 km
Jan 28, 2024	3 km SW of Old Washington, Kentucky	M2.5	116 km
Jan 4, 1999	9 km WNW of Mount Sterling, Kentucky	M2.5	119 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

483 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 74 fatalities, 2,202 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1974	EF5	41 km	3
Mar 2, 2012	EF4	48 km	4
Mar 2, 2012	EF4	93 km	11
Apr 9, 1999	EF4	92 km	4
May 28, 1996	EF4	78 km	0
Nov 22, 1992	EF4	12 km	1
Jun 2, 1990	EF4	98 km	0
Jun 2, 1990	EF4	64 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	14 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	74 km	3
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	53 km	11
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	69 km	4
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	71 km	4
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	81 km	2
Apr 23, 1968	EF4	69 km	6
Apr 23, 1968	EF4	91 km	1
Mar 2, 2012	EF3	48 km	3
Mar 2, 2012	EF3	73 km	3
Feb 28, 2011	EF3	37 km	0
Jun 3, 2008	EF3	98 km	1

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: JPG 09 1 (6,113 ac, 1998).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1998	JPG 09 1	6,113	32 km
2005	RX BURNPLAN AREA 2-06	5,054	30 km
2007	UNITS 8-9 2008	4,316	31 km
2006	UNIT 19 06 WUI	3,412	30 km
2003	WUI 3 03	3,372	40 km
2010	WUI UNIT 28K	3,230	42 km
1999	UNNAMED	3,122	41 km
2002	UNIT 8	2,753	31 km
2005	UNIT 3 05	2,511	40 km
2001	01 UNIT 16	2,361	29 km
2011	WUI UNITS 0 AND 1 2011	2,215	31 km
2004	UNIT 19	2,004	31 km
2003	UNIT 8 03	1,971	33 km
2008	FY 09 UNIT 42 RX FALL 2008	1,942	36 km
2000	JPG 14	1,908	30 km
2003	UNIT 16 03	1,809	28 km
2002	UNIT 9	1,485	30 km
1995	UNNAMED	1,462	35 km
2010	TRACER	1,408	42 km
2007	UNNAMED	1,334	31 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	33°F (1°C)	3.0 in	Coldest
February	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in	Driest
March	44°F (7°C)	4.1 in
April	54°F (12°C)	4.3 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
June	71°F (22°C)	4.4 in
July	78°F (25°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	74°F (23°C)	3.9 in
September	67°F (20°C)	3.1 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.2 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.7 in
December	35°F (2°C)	3.7 in

Carrollton has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 33°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (3.0").

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Carrollton is located in Carroll County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 2.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 94% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74.9% of the vote, a 51-point margin. 81.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 24 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%

D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 51 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents	33
Avg Accident Severity	2.9 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	2.1%
	94% below US avg
High School+	87.5%
Graduate Degree+	1.2%
School Test Score	4.82

F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	1,909/sq mi
Total Area	2.0 sq mi
County	Carroll County County

Services

Broadband Access	81.3%
Avg Download Speed	116.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	5.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	24
Restaurants	26
Retail Stores	40

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.4 min
Drive Alone	86.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Average costs for common services in Carrollton. 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	$920
Toddler	$782
Preschool	$782
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$801
Toddler	$753
Preschool	$753

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Carroll County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	3,248	29	$96,500	5.19
Retail Trade	639	50	$36,800	0.84
Administrative & Waste Services	603	30	$44,686	1.35
Accommodation & Food Services	482	33	$20,766	0.70
Transportation & Warehousing	247	21	$70,583	0.77
Other Services	161	22	$55,072	0.70
Wholesale Trade	132	12	$91,438	0.44
Finance & Insurance	64	12	$55,520	0.21
Utilities	29	4	$124,676	1.00

Hospitals in Carrollton

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
CARROLL COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL	Critical Access Hospitals	—	Yes	(502) 732-4321

Schools in Carrollton

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Carroll County Middle School	Middle	590	34	17.4:1
Carroll County High School	High	572	28	20.4:1
Cartmell Elementary	Elementary	410	28	14.6:1
Kathryn Winn Primary	Elementary	280	20	14.0:1
Carroll Co Childhood Development Center	—	188	21	9.0:1

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Radio Stations near Carrollton

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WZ2523 - NOAA Weather Radio	—	MP3 32 kbps

National Parks Near Carrollton

21 national parks and monuments found near Carrollton.

Park	Type	Fee
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Camp Nelson National Monument	National Monument	Free
Charlestown State Park	State Park	Free
Clifty Falls State Park	State Park	Free
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park	State Park	Free
Falls of The Ohio State Park	State Park	Free
Falls Of The Ohio State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Boonesborough State Park	State Park	Free
Fourteen Mile Creek Nature Preserve Addition	State Park	Free
General Butler State Resort Park	State Park	Free
George Rogers Clark State Park	State Park	Free
Harrison State Park	State Park	Free
Hueston Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Kincaid Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lincoln Homestead State Park	State Park	Free
My Old Kentucky Home State Park	State Park	Free
Old Fort Harrod State Park	State Park	Free
Taylorsville Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Versailles State Park	State Park	Free
Waveland State Historic Site	State Park	Free
William Howard Taft National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free

Historical Trends — Carrollton

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	3,918	$33,906
2015	3,845	$39,784
2017	3,827	$46,080
2019	3,785	$40,061
2021	3,895	$43,555
2023	3,924	$58,788

Museums in Carrollton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
HISTORIC MADISON FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8122652967	$340,516
SWITZERLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8124273560	$195,397
SWITZERLAND COUNTY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8124273560	$195,397
JEFFERSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8122652335	$117,563
LANIER MANSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8122653526	$59,868
LANIER MANSION STATE HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8122653526	$59,868
HENRY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	219 SOUTH MAIN	5028450999	$9,747
AME CHURCH MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8122659093
BUTLER - TURPIN STATE HISTORIC HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5027324384
CHARLES L. SHREWSBURY HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8122654481
HISTORIC VEVAY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8124273469
JEFFERSON COUNTY PRESERVATION COUNCIL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	9713 NORTH STATE ROAD 62	8128394770
PORT WILLIAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SWITZERLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8124273560

Libraries in Carrollton

Name	Address	Annual Visits
JEFFERSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	420 WEST MAIN STREET	125,253
CARROLL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	136 COURT STREET	105,300
TRIMBLE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	35 EQUITY DRIVE	49,929
SWITZERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	205 FERRY STREET	33,202

Farmers Markets in Carrollton

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Downtown Madison Farmers Market	Broadway Street near the Broadway Fountain	01/01/2019 to 12/31/2019	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Henry County Farmers Market	30 North Main Street		Wed: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Riverview Farmers Market	500 Floyd Drive
Switzerland County Farmers and Artisans Marketplace	7110 Innovation Drive	03/15/2013 to 11/23/2013	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;

Breweries in Carrollton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Smith-berry Winery	Vineyards, Agriculture, New Castle, Crop Preparation Services For Market, Brewers, Fruit Crops Marke	855 Drennon Rd	5028457091

Nursing Homes in Carrollton

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE OF CARROLLTON REHAB & WELLNES 1206 ELEVENTH STREET	For profit - Corporation	78	72	3/5	—	3/5	2/5	5027326683

Pharmacies in Carrollton

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
KROGER	2549 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 227	502-732-5008
RITE AID - 3936	204 PARK AVENUE	502-732-4392
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2968	200 FLOYD DRIVE	502-732-0378
WEBSTER DRUGS INCORPORATED	99 PARK LANE	502-732-4331

Cell Towers in Carrollton

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
ROUTE 1 BOX 275 (76278)	GTOWER	126
COLBERT LANE	TOWER	126
224 EAST TELEGRAPH ROAD	TOWER	121
224 EAST TELEGRAPH ROAD	TOWER	121
1224 EAST TELEGRAPH HILL ROAD	GTOWER	121
1224 EAST TELEGRAPH HILL ROAD	GTOWER	121
8603 North Copeland Road	GTOWER	97
8603 North Copeland Road	GTOWER	97
1299 MILL CREEK RD	TOWER	92
7238 KENTUCKY HWY 47	TOWER	91
712 IN ST HWY 250	TOWER	91
712 IN ST HWY 250	TOWER	91
4920 Fallen Timber Drive	TOWER	91
312 Whites Run Road	TOWER	90
310 Whites Run Road (37647)	LTOWER	90
667 DRIPPINGS SPRINGS ROAD (76271)	LTOWER	88
120 COLEMAN RD.	LTOWER	81
120 COLEMAN RD.	LTOWER	81
7881 Hwy 36 East	LTOWER	81

Fire Stations in Carrollton

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Carrollton Fire Department	750 Clay ST	Mostly volunteer			502-732-7041

Bridges in Carrollton

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1967	20	39,410	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1967	769	19,705	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1967	769	19,705	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1967	234	15,358	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1967	234	15,358	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1967	336	14,909	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1967	336	14,909	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1967	336	14,909	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1967	336	14,909	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2007	175	7,948	G
Culvert	Concrete	1932	40	1,159	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1967	220	1,159	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2006	275	623	F
Culvert	Concrete	1924	24	566	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	58	566	F
Slab	Concrete	2019	30	566	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1988	42	381	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1968	26	208	P
Culvert	Concrete	1955	42	61	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	32	50	F

Correctional Facilities in Carrollton

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
CARROLL COUNTY DETENTION CENTER	800 CLAY ST	COUNTY	125	88	OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Carrollton

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
DOW SILICONES CORPORATION	4770 US HIGHWAY 42 E	CARROLL COUNTY
DOW SILICONES CORPORATION	4770 US HIGHWAY 42 E	CARROLL COUNTY
DOW SILICONES CORPORATION	4770 US HIGHWAY 42 E	CARROLL COUNTY

Airports Near Carrollton

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport	CVG	Large Airport
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport	SDF	Large Airport
Blue Grass Airport	LEX	Medium Airport
Bowman Field	LOU	Medium Airport
Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field	LUK	Medium Airport
Columbus Municipal Airport	CLU	Medium Airport
Aerobatic Practice Airport	—	Small Airport
Allen and Gloss Airport	—	Small Airport
Anderson Airport	—	Small Airport
Batesville Airport	HLB	Small Airport
Beechwood Flying Field	—	Small Airport
Blue Lick Airport	—	Small Airport
Brooks Field	—	Small Airport
Brush Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Buell Airport	—	Small Airport
Butler Co Regional Airport - Hogan Field	HAO	Small Airport
Buzzard's Roost Airport	—	Small Airport
Caintuckee Airport	—	Small Airport
Capital City Airport	FFT	Small Airport
Charlie Bravo's Airport	—	Small Airport
Cherry Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Cincinnati West Airport	—	Small Airport
Clark Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Craw Daddy Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Deer Run Airpark	—	Small Airport
Flying C Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Forest Hill Airport - Silo Field	—	Small Airport
Francis Airport	—	Small Airport
Freeman Municipal Airport	SER	Small Airport
Gallatin County Airport	—	Small Airport
Georgetown-Scott County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Giltner Airport	—	Small Airport
Greensburg Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrod/Rose Airport	—	Small Airport
Herbs Field	—	Small Airport
High Point Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Hogan Airport	—	Small Airport
Holloway Field	—	Small Airport
Jeffries Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
John M. Foree Airport	—	Small Airport
Josephs Field	—	Small Airport
Lee Bottom Airport	—	Small Airport
Lewis Airfield	—	Small Airport
Litzinger Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Lost Bridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Madi's Meadows Airport	—	Small Airport
Madison Municipal Airport	MDN	Small Airport
Mason Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
McPherson Airfield	—	Small Airport
Miles Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Carrollton

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


Kentucky State Police Post 5-Campbellsburg	160 Citation Lane
Switzerland County Sheriff Office	204 West Pike Street

Grocery Stores in Carrollton

13 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Bill & Shirley's Market & Deli	Convenience Store	716 6th St
Carrollton Hop Shop 1409	Convenience Store	3213 Hwy 227
CASEY'S 3824	Convenience Store	1102 Highland Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 0023	Other	2074 US Highway 227
Dollar Tree 5382	Other	2529 C Highway 227
Family Dollar 1049	Other	1305 Highland Ave
Grab And Go Food Mart 1	Convenience Store	1503 Highland Ave
KROGER #L-00710 L710	Super Store	2549 US Highway 227
Murphy USA 6640	Convenience Store	210 Floyd Dr
Negocios Aguazul Llc	Grocery Store	1410 Highland Ave
SPEEDWAY 9615	Convenience Store	504 Highland Ave
Valero Food Mart	Convenience Store	3142 Hwy 227
Walmart Supercenter 2968	Super Store	200 Floyd Dr

Treatment Centers in Carrollton

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Community Mental Health Center Inc - Switzerland Cnty Counseling Center	Both	812-427-2737
Madison State Hospital	Both	812-265-2611

Churches & Religious Organizations in Carrollton

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ADVENT HOPE MINISTRIES INC	5099 HWY 55
APOSTOLIC PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD INC	3171 CARLISLE RD
CALVARY FULL GOSPEL CHURCH INC	PO BOX 254
CALVARY MINISTRY INC	PO BOX 801
CARROLLTON CHRISTIAN CHURCH	310 5TH ST
CARROLLTON WESLEYAN CHURCH	216 3RD ST
OLD PATH MINISTRIES	PO BOX 277
PENTECOSTALS OF MARION INC	108 ROLLING HILLS CT
THE PENTECOSTALS OF CARROLLTON INC	PO BOX 374
VALLEY HARVEST WOMENS MINISTRY	582 HWY 55

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Frequently Asked Questions About Carrollton

What is the population of Carrollton?

Carrollton has a population of 3,894 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 1,909 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.3% male.

Is Carrollton expensive to live in?

Carrollton 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 $58,788, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $122,400 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $862 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Carrollton safe?

Carrollton is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 79 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 838 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Carrollton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Carrollton?

Carrollton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.5 inches, with 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Carrollton?

Carrollton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,405. There are 372 business establishments in the area, including 26 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Carrollton?

The median home value in Carrollton is $122,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,122. For renters, the median monthly rent is $862. Fair market rent is $794 for a 1-bedroom and $984 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 37.0%. The average annual property tax is $2,300.

How are the schools in Carrollton?

Schools in Carrollton have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 2.1% of adults in Carrollton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Carrollton?

The obesity rate in Carrollton is 34.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.3% of adults are smokers. 33.1% are physically inactive. 49.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,621.

What is transportation like in Carrollton?

The average commute in Carrollton is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Carrollton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Carrollton is 82.1% White, 1.5% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 91.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.3% speak Spanish. 5.9% of the population are military veterans. 16.5% of residents have a disability. 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

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