Corbin, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Whitley County County
Corbin, KY
At a Glance
How Corbin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Corbin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Corbin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Corbin residents earn a median household income of $51,795 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,491. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3% (75% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,040 business establishments, including 75 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Corbin is $162,600 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $170,311. Median rent is $686/month, with 26.6% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Corbin reports 191 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 50% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,084/100K.
Education
27.2% of adults in Corbin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below the national average). 88.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Corbin has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches.