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Drakesboro, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Muhlenberg County County
Drakesboro, KY
At a Glance
How Drakesboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Drakesboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Drakesboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Drakesboro residents earn a median household income of $41,500 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,661. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 747 business establishments, including 58 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Drakesboro is $76,900 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $92,085. Median rent is $931/month, with 51.0% 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 1972.
Safety & Crime
Drakesboro reports 137 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,233/100K.
Education
4.2% of adults in Drakesboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below the national average). 81.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Drakesboro has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.