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Cave City, KY

Kentucky · Hart County

Cave City is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 2,545. Residents earn $33,672 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,545 Population 576/sq mi density
$33,672 Median Income $21,878 per capita
$108,100 Home Value $205,010 Zillow
$679 Median Rent 25.3% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
122 Violent Crime/100K 1,346 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$33,672 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$108,100 home value, $679/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
122 violent crimes/100K (68% below avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $33,672
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,100
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 122/100K
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $679
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,545
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density576/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,672
Per Capita$21,878
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty18.4%
County GDP$843M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,100
Rent$679
Ownership38.7%
Zillow$205,010
Housing Units1,308
Rent Burden25.3%

Crime

F
Violent122/100K
Property1,346/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault41/100K
Burglary367/100K

Health

Obesity34.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.9 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation656 ft (200 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+82.3%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.55

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 20%
Commute21 min
Broadband77.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Cave City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cave City receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cave City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cave City is $33,672, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cave City is $108,100, 62% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $679 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Cave City is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 122 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,346 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cave City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.9 inches, including 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cave City has a population of 2,545 with a density of 576 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 4.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.1% of residents. 7.0% of the population are veterans. 31.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,545
Total Population
576
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cave City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cave City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cave City is $33,672, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,878 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,004, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 417 business establishments, including 19 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cave City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,672
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,878
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004
IRS Avg AGI$50,926
Gini Index0.463 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)417
County GDP$843M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare26
Retail57
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,336
33% below US avg
Cost of Living90.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Cave City is $108,100, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,010, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $679 (42% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 38.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,308 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1981. The average annual property tax is $2,336 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 25.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,100
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,010

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$679
42% below US avg
Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership38.7%
Owner-Occupied38.7%
Renter-Occupied61.3%
Housing Units1,308
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,336
33% below US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In Cave City, 34.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,892. The dentist ratio is 1:3,920. 33.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Cave City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Short Sleep45.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Primary Care1:3,892
Dentists1:3,920
Mental Health1:822
Dental Visits45.1%
Premature Death10,750/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access33.8%
Healthcare Facilities26
Cave City has a violent crime rate of 122 per 100,000 residents, 68% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 40.8 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 81.6. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,346 per 100,000, 31% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 734, burglary at 367, vehicle theft at 245 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cave City receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent122.4/100K
68% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape81.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault40.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,346.4/100K
31% below US avg
Burglary367.2/100K
Theft734.4/100K
Vehicle Theft244.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents12
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Cave City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 299 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 54.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 656 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density576/sq mi
Coordinates37.1395°N, 85.9644°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyHart County County
Nearest AirportBowling Green-Warren County Regional (BWG)
28 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.9"
44% above US avg
Snowfall 5.7"
Wettest Month (May) 5.16"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.99"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score41.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability75.8 / 100
Community Resilience45.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

21 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 M3.9 121 km
Jan 27, 1990 6 km N of Alton, Indiana M3.8 123 km
May 30, 2023 6 km W of Calhoun, Kentucky M3.0 129 km
Nov 28, 1998 6 km SW of Bremen, Kentucky M2.9 117 km
Aug 20, 2015 6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky M2.8 138 km
Jan 28, 1991 9 km SW of Sacramento, Kentucky M2.8 123 km
May 11, 2025 11 km SE of High Bridge, Kentucky M2.8 138 km
Mar 21, 1990 1 km W of Spring Mill, Kentucky M2.7 115 km
Aug 15, 2001 5 km SSE of Spottsville, Kentucky M2.7 147 km
Mar 9, 1990 8 km ENE of New Amsterdam, Indiana M2.7 113 km
Jan 12, 2023 4 km E of Burgin, Kentucky M2.6 129 km
Aug 4, 2023 11 km ENE of Lancaster, Kentucky M2.6 145 km
Feb 27, 2020 5 km SW of Bremen, Kentucky M2.6 116 km
Mar 22, 1990 9 km E of Rochester, Kentucky M2.6 74 km
Dec 8, 1997 6 km NE of Murfreesboro, Tennessee M2.6 144 km
Jan 8, 1995 Kentucky M2.6 111 km
Jan 21, 2018 8 km SSE of High Bridge, Kentucky M2.6 134 km
May 30, 2023 7 km W of Calhoun, Kentucky M2.5 130 km
Mar 8, 1990 4 km SW of Oak Grove, Kentucky M2.5 76 km
May 2, 1998 6 km WNW of Nebo, Kentucky M2.5 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

393 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 112 fatalities, 1,257 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 83 km 31
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 62 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 45 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 76 km 10
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 65 km 3
Apr 27, 1971 EF4 80 km 2
Apr 27, 1971 EF4 46 km 6
Dec 11, 2021 EF3 100 km 0
Dec 11, 2021 EF3 56 km 1
Dec 11, 2021 EF3 63 km 16
Feb 6, 2008 EF3 57 km 4
Feb 5, 2008 EF3 91 km 22
May 23, 2000 EF3 53 km 0
Apr 16, 1998 EF3 76 km 2
Apr 16, 1998 EF3 47 km 0
Apr 16, 1998 EF3 97 km 0
Mar 28, 1997 EF3 36 km 0
Mar 28, 1997 EF3 36 km 0
Mar 28, 1997 EF3 26 km 1
Apr 20, 1986 EF3 63 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

16 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FLOATING MILL HOLLOW (2,422 ac, 2010).

Year Name Acres Distance
2010 FLOATING MILL HOLLOW 2,422 14 km
2008 BROOKS KNOB 2,225 22 km
2012 FY2012 CRYSTAL CAVE BROADCAST BURN 2,221 11 km
2010 JOPPA CHURCH 2,037 16 km
2004 JIM LEE 1,770 13 km
2009 TEMPLE HILL 1,628 24 km
2009 JIM LEE 1,613 13 km
2007 DEAD DEER 1,557 89 km
2007 Big Woods 1,500 14 km
2008 GOBLIN KNOB 1,445 15 km
2000 UNNAMED 1,083 67 km
1999 UNNAMED 1,039 85 km
2001 UNNAMED 848 52 km
2007 DENNISON FERRY RX 655 11 km
2000 UNNAMED 641 36 km
2005 UNNAMED 576 11 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 38°F (4°C) 4.1 in
March 48°F (9°C) 5.0 in
April 57°F (14°C) 4.4 in
May 65°F (18°C) 5.2 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 4.5 in
July 79°F (26°C) 5.2 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 3.9 in
September 69°F (21°C) 4.0 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in Driest
November 47°F (9°C) 4.5 in
December 38°F (4°C) 4.9 in

Cave City has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 38°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.2") and October the driest (3.0").

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Cave City is located in Hart County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 5.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 79.6% of the vote, a 60-point margin. 77.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 26 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 19.5%

Winner: Republican by 60 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents12
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+82.3%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.55
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density576/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi
CountyHart County County

Services

Broadband Access77.8%
Avg Download Speed121.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed58.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants19
Retail Stores57

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%
Average costs for common services in Cave City. 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)
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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$615
Toddler$582
Preschool$582
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$533
Toddler$455
Preschool$455
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hart County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,590 28 $62,132 5.98
Retail Trade 434 74 $30,428 0.82
Accommodation & Food Services 322 22 $21,289 0.67
Finance & Insurance 82 18 $49,477 0.38
Other Services 67 20 $26,172 0.42
Arts & Entertainment 46 4 $25,820 0.52
Professional & Technical Services 39 30 $52,294 0.11
Information & Technology 27 8 $39,079 0.27
Real Estate 18 10 $26,998 0.22
Unclassified 3 2 $148,724 0.41

Schools in Cave City

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Caverna Elementary School Elementary 310 27 11.5:1
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Radio Stations near Cave City

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Cave City

19 campgrounds found near Cave City.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Tailwater Day Use (Nolin River Lake) 5.0/5 1 $65
MAMMOTH PICNIC SHELTERS 4.7/5 2 $55–$85
AXTEL 4.4/5 153 $20–$60
DOG CREEK (KY) 4.4/5 68 $18–$50
LAUREL BRANCH 4.4/5 62 $20–$60
MAMMOTH CAVE CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 108 $25–$50
WAX 4.4/5 107 Free
BAILEYS POINT 4.3/5 215 $22–$50
MOUTARDIER 4.3/5 164 $18–$50
THE NARROWS 4.3/5 90 $34–$50
TAILWATER 4.1/5 49 $16–$50
NORTH FORK (KY) 4.0/5 81 Free
MAPLE SPRINGS 3.8/5 7 $50
The Narrows Picnic Shelter 2.0/5 1 $50
Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter — 1 $50
Dog Creek Day Use (KY) — 1 $50
Moutardier Day Use — 1 $50
PORT OLIVER PICNIC SHELTER — 1 $50
Quarry Road Picnic Shelter — 1 $50

National Parks Near Cave City

18 national parks and monuments found near Cave City.

ParkTypeFee
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Barren River Lake State Resort Park State Park Free
Bicentennial State Park Free
Bledsoe Creek State Park Free
Cordell Hull State Park Free
Cummins Falls State Park Free
Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park State Park Free
Green River Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake Cumberland State Resort Park State Park Free
Lincoln Homestead State Park State Park Free
Mammoth Cave National Park National Park Free
My Old Kentucky Home State Park State Park Free
Nolin Lake State Park State Park Free
Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site State Park Free
Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site State Park Free
Rough River Dam State Resort Park State Park Free
Standing Stone State Park Free
Taylorsville Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Cave City

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
AMERICAN CAVE MUSEUM AND HIDDEN RIVER CAVEGENERAL MUSEUM2707861466
HART COUNTY KENTUCKY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION109 MAIN STREET2705240101
MAMMOTH CAVE NATIONAL PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION2707582143
MAMMOTH CAVE WAX MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2707733010
MAMMOTH CAVE WILDLIFE MUSEUMZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION2707732255
NATIONAL CAVE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2707492228
RECREATION CENTER MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM2706519792

Libraries in Cave City

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MARY WOOD WELDON MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY1530 SOUTH GREEN STREET0.097,141
HART COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY500 EAST UNION STREET0.051,830

Farmers Markets in Cave City

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Barren County Regional Farmers' Market318 W Washington Ave05/02/2014 to 10/31/2014Tue: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Bounty of the Barrens Farmers' Market - Summer101 North Public Square04/25/2015 to 10/31/2015Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Bounty of the Barrens Farmers' Market - Winter1463 West Main Street11/14/2015 to 04/09/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Cave City Farmer's Market502 Mammoth Cave St06/06/2013 to 09/26/2013Tue: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Hart County Farmers Market516 AA Whitman Lane04/22/2014 to 10/17/2014Tue: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;Fri: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM;

Hotels in Cave City

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baymont Cave City
Comfort Inn & Suites
Days Inn by Wyndham Cave City
Hampton Inn & Suites
Red Roof Inn & Suites Cave City
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Restaurants in Cave City

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bucky Bee's BBQ
Cracker Barrel
Pizza Hut
Sahara Steak House

Cafes in Cave City

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ace Coffee Company

Theme Parks in Cave City

2 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dinosaur World
Kentucky Action Park

Clinics in Cave City

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Care Medical Clinic

Dentists in Cave City

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #800036430

Gas Stations in Cave City

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Shell
Shell

Banks in Cave City

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

South Central Bank

Pharmacies in Cave City

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CAVE CITY PRESCRIPTION CENTER 101 SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAY 270-773-2252
FRED'S - 1963 502 EAST HAPPY VALLEY STREET 270-773-2101
PARKLAND DRUGS 209 NORTH DIXIE HIGHWAY 270-773-3152

EV Charging Stations in Cave City

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Downtown Cave City - Tesla Destination104 Broadway StTesla Destination6J1772 TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Cave City

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Temple Hill Road, 6.7 mi southeast of Glasgow Municipal AirportTOWER129
Temple Hill Road, 6.7 mi southeast of Glasgow Municipal AirportTOWER129
Slick Rock, 1636 Beaver Creek RoadTOWER106
470 Hayes RoadTOWER106
470 Hayes RoadTOWER106
Slick Rock, 1636 Beaver Creek RoadTOWER106
Highway 31 ETOWER99
824 I CHILDRESS ROAD (37618)GTOWER99
622 CRUMP ROAD (37518)GTOWER99
1515 FISHER RIDGE ROAD (37620)LTOWER99
Highway 31 ETOWER99
HWY 31 W. 15.5 MILES NORTH OF BOWLING GREEN (76162)GTOWER95
BARREN RIVER LAKETOWER91
BARREN RIVER LAKETOWER91
638 GRAHAM ROAD (87368)LTOWER91
2830 Frenchman's Knob Road (94236)LTOWER84
Nolin Lake North, 1900 Dickey's Mill RoadTOWER84
Nolin Lake North, 1900 Dickey's Mill RoadTOWER84
DIVIDING RIDGE; 5.6 km NNW ofTOWER82
Prewitt's Knob, 4.8 km WSW ofTOWER82
Prewitt's Knob, 4.8 km WSW ofTOWER82
DIVIDING RIDGE; 5.6 km NNW ofTOWER82
Glasgow Downtown, 105 Lincoln RoadTOWER79
Glasgow Downtown, 105 Lincoln RoadTOWER79
Jonesville, 3182 Pikeview RoadTOWER78
Hinesdale, 785 Kirt Logsdon RoadTOWER78
Hinesdale, 785 Kirt Logsdon RoadTOWER78
5553 North Jackson HighwayTOWER78
Bunnell Crossing, 2485 South Jackson HighwayTOWER78
5553 North Jackson HighwayTOWER78
Bunnell Crossing, 2485 South Jackson HighwayTOWER78
Pascal, 2510 Hundred Acre Pond RoadTOWER78
Pascal, 2510 Hundred Acre Pond RoadTOWER78
Priceville, 6465 Raider Hollow RoadTOWER78
Priceville, 6465 Raider Hollow RoadTOWER78
Jonesville, 3182 Pikeview RoadTOWER78
Horse Cave Downtown, 413 West Main StreetTOWER78
Barren North, 645 Jack Turner RoadTOWER78
Horse Cave Downtown, 413 West Main StreetTOWER78
Barren North, 645 Jack Turner RoadTOWER78
23190 Louisville RoadTOWER78
23190 Louisville RoadTOWER78
Hiseville, 26 Jack Smith RoadTOWER74
Hiseville, 26 Jack Smith RoadTOWER74
170 Robert Bishop Lane (94244)LTOWER69
Glasgow II, 156 Robert Bishop RoadTOWER69
Glasgow II, 156 Robert Bishop RoadTOWER69
640 Spears RoadTOWER61
640 Spears RoadTOWER61
Temple Hill, 215 Peden-Matthews RoadTOWER61
Temple Hill, 215 Peden-Matthews RoadTOWER61
Near entrance to Mammoth Cave ParkTOWER58
Near entrance to Mammoth Cave ParkTOWER58
Barren West, 1.1 km SE of intersection of Route 255 and Cumberland ParkwayTOWER53
Barren West, 1.1 km SE of intersection of Route 255 and Cumberland ParkwayTOWER53
Glasgow III, 3576 Vetrans Outer LoopTOWER38
Glasgow III, 3576 Vetrans Outer LoopTOWER38

Fire Stations in Cave City

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Cave City Volunteer Fire DepartmentFirst and Duke STVolunteer830-773-2040

Bridges in Cave City

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous201226910,052F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19681788,426F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2012285537G

Airports Near Cave City

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bowling Green Warren County Regional AirportBWGMedium Airport
Adair Airport—Small Airport
Addington Field / Elizabethtown Regional AirportEKXSmall Airport
Arnemann Farms Airport—Small Airport
Boyce Wafer Farm Airport—Small Airport
Breckinridge County Airport—Small Airport
Columbia-Adair Co. Airport—Small Airport
Creek Side Landing Airport—Small Airport
Eubank Field—Small Airport
Glasgow Municipal AirportGLWSmall Airport
Grayson County Airport—Small Airport
Jackson County Airport—Small Airport
Lafayette Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Lakeview Airport—Small Airport
Lebanon Springfield Airport - George Hoerter Field—Small Airport
Lincoln Farm Airport—Small Airport
Livingston Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Mc Grew Airport—Small Airport
Natchez Trace Farm Airport—Small Airport
Oz Airport—Small Airport
Plane-O-Field Airport—Small Airport
Portland Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Rough River State Park Airport—Small Airport
Samuels FieldBRYSmall Airport
Skyfall Airport—Small Airport
Sugar Grove Airport—Small Airport
Taylor County Airport—Small Airport
Tompkinsville Monroe County Airport—Small Airport
Vine Grove Airport—Small Airport
Welcome Field—Small Airport
Williams Airport—Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Cave City

9 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Birite Grocery LlcConvenience Store607 S Dixie Hwy
Crossroads IGA 762Supermarket907 S Dixie Hwy
Dollar General 23452Other700 N Dixie Hwy
DOLLAR GENERAL 3493Other299 Happy Valley St
FiveStar 2215Convenience Store1004 Doyle Ave
HOUCHENS SAVE A LOT 234Supermarket9584 OLD HAPPY VALLEY ST
IGA Express Shell 883Convenience Store901 Mammoth Cave Rd
Mammoth ValleySpecialty Store949 Mammoth Cave Rd
Minit Mart 4425Convenience Store99 S Dixie Hwy

Treatment Centers in Cave City

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Adanta Group - Barren ClinicSubstance Abuse270-651-7070
Bluegrass Professional CounselingSubstance Abuse270-479-8900
LifeSkills Inc - Barren County Service CenterBoth270-651-8378
LifeSkills Inc - Hart County OfficeBoth270-524-9883
Twin Lakes Counseling Services - IOPSubstance Abuse270-230-1777

DOL Wage Violations in Cave City

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $77,776 in back wages owed to 75 employees.

5
Violations
$77,776
Back Wages Owed
75
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Lee Purdy — — 42127 — 1 $48,514 $1,733 28
RCB FARMS [OSHA] — — 42127 Tobacco Farming 1 $14,140 $744 19
Water Mill Restaurant — — 42127 — 1 $9,989 $624 16
Motel 6 — — 42127 — 1 $3,353 $838 4
Executive Inn — — 42127 — 1 $1,780 $222 8

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cave City

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ORPHANS & WIDOWS INTERNATIONAL INCPO BOX 161

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Historic Markers
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Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cave City

What is the population of Cave City?

Cave City has a population of 2,545 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 576 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Cave City expensive to live in?

Cave City 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 $33,672, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $108,100 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $679 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cave City safe?

Cave City is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 122 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,346 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Cave City receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cave City?

Cave City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 54.9 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Cave City?

The job market in Cave City is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,004. There are 417 business establishments in the area, including 19 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 5.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cave City?

The median home value in Cave City is $108,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,010. For renters, the median monthly rent is $679. Fair market rent is $794 for a 1-bedroom and $984 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 38.7%. The average annual property tax is $2,336.

How are the schools in Cave City?

Schools in Cave City score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 5.9% of adults in Cave City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cave City?

The obesity rate in Cave City is 34.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 33.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,892.

What is transportation like in Cave City?

The average commute in Cave City is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cave City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cave City is 89.3% White, 4.6% Black or African American, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino. 99.1% of residents speak only English at home. 7.0% of the population are military veterans. 31.4% of residents have a disability. 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

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