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Cumberland, KY
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Cumberland, KY
At a Glance
How Cumberland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cumberland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cumberland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cumberland residents earn a median household income of $35,309 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,950. The unemployment rate stands at 11.8% (228% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 50.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 794 business establishments, including 63 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cumberland is $61,600 , 78% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $54,823. Median rent is $618/month, with 24.7% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Cumberland reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 517/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
9.6% of adults in Cumberland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 74.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cumberland has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.