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Ekron, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Meade County County
Ekron, KY
At a Glance
How Ekron Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ekron's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ekron a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ekron residents earn a median household income of $41,250 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,779. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 551 business establishments, including 40 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ekron is $107,100 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $272,996. Median rent is $733/month, with 31.0% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Ekron reports 136 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,057/100K.
Education
3.6% of adults in Ekron hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below the national average). 84.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ekron has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.