Catlettsburg, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Boyd County County
Catlettsburg, KY
At a Glance
How Catlettsburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Catlettsburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Catlettsburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Catlettsburg residents earn a median household income of $34,524 , which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,652. The unemployment rate stands at 12.1% (236% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,796 business establishments, including 131 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Catlettsburg is $71,400 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $139,217. Median rent is $590/month, with 25.7% 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 1954.
Safety & Crime
Catlettsburg reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 811/100K.
Education
4.2% of adults in Catlettsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below the national average). 82.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Catlettsburg has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.