Eddyville, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Lyon County County
Eddyville, KY
At a Glance
How Eddyville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Eddyville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Eddyville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Eddyville residents earn a median household income of $58,527 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,532. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 283 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Eddyville is $188,500 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $244,044. Median rent is $745/month, with 22.1% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Eddyville reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 40/100K.
Education
14.2% of adults in Eddyville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 89.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Eddyville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches.