Farmers, KY

Kentucky · Rowan County

Farmers is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 137.

1.4 /5.0

F Poor

137 Population 137/sq mi density

$156,900 Home Value $255,170 Zillow

55°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr

58 Violent Crime/100K 2,235 property/100K

Overall

1.4 / 5.0

Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

58 violent crimes/100K (85% below avg)

Education

1.9 / 5.0

10.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Home Value $156,900

44% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 58/100K

85% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.8%

68% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.0%

3% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 20.0%

61% higher than US avg

How Farmers Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population137

Median Age32.8 yrs

Density137/mi²

Male / Female58% / 42%

Largest GroupWhite 85%

Veterans86.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$13,790

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty20.0%

County GDP$1,068M

Commute38 min

Housing

Home Value$156,900

RentN/A

Ownership100.0%

Zillow$255,170

Housing Units8

Rent Burden29.1%

Crime

Violent58/100K

Property2,235/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking20.7%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain50.8 in/yr

Sunny Days290/yr

Elevation794 ft (242 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.8%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.42

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%

Commute38 min

Broadband35.0%

EV Stations4

Libraries2

Is Farmers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farmers receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Farmers faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farmers is $156,900, 44% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Safety & Crime

Farmers is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 58 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,235 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Farmers experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Farmers has a population of 137 with a density of 137 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 41.6% female and 58.4% male. The city is predominantly White (85.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 32% of residents, while 68% speak Spanish. 86.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 32.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

137

Total Population

137

People / sq mi

32.8yrs

Median Age

16% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.4%

Female 41.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Farmers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 32.0%

59% below US avg

Spanish 68.0%

407% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Farmers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farmers is N/A. Per capita income is $13,790 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $940, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 808 business establishments, including 57 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Farmers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$13,790
Avg Weekly Wage	$940
IRS Avg AGI	$55,659
Gini Index	0.523 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	20.0%
	61% above US avg
Establishments (County)	808
County GDP	$1,068M

Business (County)

Restaurants	57
Healthcare	99
Retail	106
Manufacturing	24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,405
	31% below US avg
Cost of Living	90.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	37.5 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Farmers is $156,900, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,170, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 8 total housing units in the city. The average annual property tax is $2,405 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 29.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$156,900
	44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$255,170

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$719
1 Bedroom	$794
2 Bedrooms	$984
3 Bedrooms	$1,277
4 Bedrooms	$1,442

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	100.0%
Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Renter-Occupied	0.0%
Housing Units	8

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,405
	31% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.53%

In Farmers, 31.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 34.8% have high blood pressure. 20.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.5% report binge drinking. 29.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.3% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,554. The dentist ratio is 1:1,626. 97.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Farmers vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.0%
	3% below US avg
Diabetes	10.6%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	34.8%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	6.4%
Kidney Disease	3.0%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.7%
	48% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	29.9%
Mental Distress	14.3%
Physical Distress	13.7%
Short Sleep	39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	64.0%

Primary Care	1:1,554
Dentists	1:1,626
Mental Health	1:165
Checkup Rate	71.9%
Dental Visits	65.4%
Premature Death	13,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.3/10
Exercise Access	97.4%
Healthcare Facilities	99

Farmers has a violent crime rate of 58 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,235 per 100,000, 14% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Farmers receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Farmers vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	57.7/100K
	85% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	2,235.0/100K
	14% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Farmers experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 290 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 794 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	54.8°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	33°F (0°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	794 ft (242 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density	137/sq mi
Coordinates	38.1372°N, 83.5430°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Rowan County County
Nearest Airport	Greater Portsmouth Regional (PMH) 61 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.8"

34% above US avg

Snowfall 12.3"

Wettest Month (Jul) 5.35"

Driest Month (Jan) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	47.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	61.3 / 100
Community Resilience	50.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.8 on May 11, 2025.

Nov 10, 2012	6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky	M4.2	119 km
Aug 17, 1990	9 km NNW of Loyall, Kentucky	M4.0	135 km
Sep 17, 2004	8 km ESE of Corbin, Kentucky	M3.7	140 km
Feb 19, 1995	8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio	M3.6	110 km
Apr 24, 2009	7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio	M3.4	138 km
Sep 8, 1990	5 km N of Owingsville, Kentucky	M3.3	21 km
Nov 8, 1990	5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky	M3.2	123 km
Feb 3, 2025	2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio	M3.1	121 km
Jan 17, 1999	7 km NNW of Flat Lick, Kentucky	M3.1	140 km
Apr 25, 2020	2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky	M2.9	83 km
Aug 20, 2015	6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky	M2.8	115 km
Mar 17, 1999	2 km NNE of Ripley, Ohio	M2.8	74 km
May 11, 2025	11 km SE of High Bridge, Kentucky	M2.8	103 km
Oct 30, 2017	2 km N of Artemus, Kentucky	M2.7	145 km
May 22, 2024	18 km SSE of Hyden, Kentucky	M2.7	127 km
Jan 22, 2018	13 km ENE of Flat Lick, Kentucky	M2.7	138 km
Nov 8, 1990	6 km WSW of Cumberland, Kentucky	M2.7	139 km
Jan 12, 2023	4 km E of Burgin, Kentucky	M2.6	112 km
Aug 4, 2023	11 km ENE of Lancaster, Kentucky	M2.6	97 km
May 11, 2015	5 km ESE of Maysville, Kentucky	M2.6	55 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

218 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 39 fatalities, 904 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 23, 1968	EF5	90 km	7
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	96 km	7
Apr 23, 1968	EF4	93 km	6
Mar 2, 2012	EF3	54 km	2
Mar 2, 2012	EF3	27 km	10
May 8, 2009	EF3	98 km	2
May 27, 2004	EF3	87 km	0
May 10, 2003	EF3	56 km	0
Jul 2, 1997	EF3	97 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	80 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	34 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	76 km	1
Apr 23, 1970	EF3	93 km	0
Apr 23, 1968	EF3	83 km	0
May 7, 1967	EF3	53 km	0
Apr 8, 1965	EF3	95 km	0
Apr 8, 1965	EF3	82 km	0
Jun 9, 1961	EF3	58 km	1
Mar 4, 1955	EF3	92 km	0
Apr 2, 2024	EF2	70 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (66,145 ac, 1987).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1987	UNNAMED	66,145	77 km
1987	UNNAMED	38,312	98 km
1987	UNNAMED	21,562	78 km
1987	UNNAMED	20,994	67 km
2001	UNNAMED	18,013	84 km
1999	UNNAMED	17,759	90 km
1987	UNNAMED	13,124	83 km
1987	UNNAMED	10,817	55 km
1991	UNNAMED	10,183	97 km
2001	UNNAMED	8,287	77 km
1994	UNNAMED	8,123	95 km
1987	UNNAMED	8,047	93 km
1987	UNNAMED	7,281	55 km
1987	MILL CREEK ROAD	7,029	97 km
2001	UNNAMED	6,628	94 km
1987	UNNAMED	6,456	74 km
1987	UNNAMED	6,337	47 km
1987	LOCUST GAP	6,014	83 km
2001	UNNAMED	5,981	58 km
1999	UNNAMED	5,823	73 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	33°F (0°C)	3.1 in	Coldest, Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	3.3 in
March	44°F (7°C)	4.1 in
April	53°F (12°C)	4.0 in
May	62°F (17°C)	4.8 in
June	70°F (21°C)	4.1 in
July	75°F (24°C)	5.4 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	73°F (23°C)	3.9 in
September	67°F (20°C)	3.4 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.1 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.6 in
December	37°F (3°C)	4.1 in

Farmers has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 33°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (3.1").

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Farmers is located in Rowan County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 10.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 63.1% of the vote, a 27.8-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 99 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.1%

D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.8%
	68% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.42

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	137/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi
County	Rowan County County

Services

Broadband Access	35.0%
Avg Download Speed	159.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	17.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	5
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	99
Restaurants	57
Retail Stores	106

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	37.5 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Average costs for common services in Farmers. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$226 ($135–$361)
Specialist Visit	$316 ($180–$496)
Urgent Care Visit	$180 ($90–$316)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,984 ($722–$4,510)
Dental Cleaning	$117 ($68–$180)
Dental Filling	$226 ($135–$361)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$41 ($23–$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$68 ($45–$108)
Brake Pad Replacement	$271 ($135–$451)
Tire Rotation	$36 ($18–$68)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$541 ($361–$902)
Battery Replacement	$180 ($90–$316)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$90 ($54–$135)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$81 ($45–$126)
HVAC Repair	$361 ($135–$722)
HVAC System Install	$6,314 ($3,608–$10,824)
Roof Repair	$902 ($361–$1,804)
Roof Replacement	$8,118 ($4,961–$13,530)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,353 ($451–$3,157)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,530 ($4,510–$27,060)
DUI Defense	$4,510 ($1,804–$9,020)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,353 ($722–$2,706)
Will Preparation	$451 ($180–$902)
Trust Preparation	$2,255 ($902–$4,510)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut	$50 ($27–$90)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$135 ($68–$226)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure	$36 ($23–$59)
Massage (1 Hour)	$72 ($45–$117)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.70 ($2.71–$4.96)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.16 ($2.26–$4.51)
Loaf of Bread	$3.43 ($2.26–$4.96)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.06 ($2.71–$5.86)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.96 ($3.61–$6.77)
Rice (per lb)	$0.90 ($0.54–$1.62)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$126 ($72–$226)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$63 ($27–$135)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$63 ($36–$108)
Internet (Monthly)	$63 ($36–$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$59 ($27–$90)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$77 ($45–$135)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$180 ($68–$451)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,804 ($1,082–$3,157)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$63 ($27–$117)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.22–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$90 ($27–$226)
Driver's License Renewal	$27 ($14–$68)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,082 ($541–$2,255)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$902 ($451–$1,804)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$361 ($180–$631)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$45 ($23–$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$902 ($361–$2,255)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,275 ($4,510–$27,060)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$54 ($27–$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$90 ($45–$180)
Dog Grooming	$54 ($27–$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$36 ($18–$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$271 ($135–$451)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$180 ($90–$361)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$465
Toddler	$464
Preschool	$464
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$344
Toddler	$351
Preschool	$351

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Rowan County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	1,389	37	$55,958	1.61
Retail Trade	1,347	114	$32,045	1.29
Transportation & Warehousing	480	26	$45,784	1.08
Finance & Insurance	243	48	$58,225	0.57
Other Services	152	48	$24,224	0.48
Administrative & Waste Services	144	33	$40,416	0.23
Real Estate	94	30	$37,000	0.58
Information & Technology	68	15	$71,631	0.35

Radio Stations near Farmers

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Big Buck Country 98.1	—	AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Farmers

6 campgrounds found near Farmers.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
BOAT GUNNEL GROUP CAMPGROUND	5.0/5	1	$175
Cave Run Dam Tailwater	4.8/5	2	$65
TWIN KNOBS CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	202	$35–$150
ZILPO - DANIEL BOONE NAT. FOR.	4.2/5	163	$31–$105
KOOMER RIDGE CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	52	$27–$45
Claylick Boat-In Campground	—	2	$20–$25

National Parks Near Farmers

19 national parks and monuments found near Farmers.

Park	Type	Fee
Adams Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Carter Caves State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Dawkins Line Rail Trail	State Park	Free
East Fork State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Boonesborough State Park	State Park	Free
Grayson Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Greenbo Lake State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Jackson Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Kincaid Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lake White Sp	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Paintsville Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Shawnee State Park	State Park	Free
Waveland State Historic Site	State Park	Free
William Howard Taft National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Yatesville Lake State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Farmers

84 trails found near Farmers.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
ROUGH	7.9	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE SULPHUR OHV TRAIL	7.8	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
OSBORNE BEND LOOP	6.8	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
SWIFT CAMP CREEK	6.7	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
BUCKSKIN	6.4	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
CANEY	6.1	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
LEATHERWOOD LOOP	5.0	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE SULPHUR CORRECT	4.1	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
CAVE RUN	4.0	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
TWIN KNOBS SHORELINE	3.7	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE SULPHUR OHV TRAIL - A	3.4	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
BUCK CREEK	3.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
KOOMER RIDGE	2.7	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
CAVE RUN LAKE	2.6	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE SULPHUR CONNECTOR	2.4	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
LAKEVIEW RIDGE	2.4	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
POWDERMILL BRANCH	2.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
LIMESTONE LOOP A	2.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
DOUBLE ARCH	2.2	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
AUXIER RIDGE	2.1	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
COURT HOUSE ROCK	2.0	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
CROSS OVER	1.8	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
LIMESTONE LOOP D	1.8	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WILDCAT	1.7	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
BIG LIMESTONE CONNECTOR	1.7	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
MARTINS BRANCH	1.7	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOST BRANCH TRAIL	1.7	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE SULPHUR OHV TRAIL - B	1.4	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
TATER KNOB	1.4	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
LIMESTONE LOOP C	1.4	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
KNOB OVERLOOK	1.4	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
BUCK	1.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE SULPHUR OHV TRAIL - C	1.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
SILVERMINE ARCH	1.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
ROCK BRIDGE	1.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
HOG PEN	1.2	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
CLEAR CREEK LAKE	1.2	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE SULPHUR OHV TRAIL - G	1.1	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
RUSH RIDGE	1.0	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
LIMESTONE LOOP B	1.0	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
HIDDEN ARCH	0.9	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
BUCKSKIN CONNECTOR	0.9	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
ZILPO MOUNTAIN	0.8	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
SKY BRIDGE	0.8	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
AUXIER BRANCH	0.8	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
D. BOON HUT	0.8	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE SULPHUR OHV TRAIL - F	0.8	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
CARRINGTON BRANCH TRAIL	0.7	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE SULPHUR OHV TRAIL - I	0.7	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
BUCK BRANCH	0.7	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
BUCKSKIN SEASONAL	0.7	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE SULPHUR OHV TRAIL - D	0.6	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
BOAT GUNNEL SHORELINE	0.5	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
TOWER ROCK	0.5	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WILDLIFE HABITAT	0.5	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
BISON WAY	0.5	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
OAK RIDGE	0.4	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
SHELTOWEE CONNECTOR	0.4	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
CLIFF	0.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
CARRINGTON ROCK TRAIL	0.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
PEBBLE BEACH TRAIL	0.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
CHIMNEY TOP	0.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE SULPHUR OHV TRAIL - E	0.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
PRINCESS ARCH	0.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
ANGEL WINDOWS	0.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
GRAY'S ARCH	0.3	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
MILITARY WALL	0.2	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
CLEAR CREEK CONNECTOR	0.2	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITTLETON ARCH	0.2	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHISTLING ARCH	0.2	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE SULPHUR OHV TRAIL - J	0.2	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WINDY BAY SHORELINE B	0.2	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
LEATHERWOOD LOOP AA	0.2	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WINDY BAY SHORELINE	0.2	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
108 CONNECTOR TRAIL	0.2	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
LEFT FLANK WALL	0.1	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
RODBURN LOOP	0.1	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
SHALLOW POND TRAIL	0.1	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
SHELTOWEE SPUR	0.1	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHITE SULPHUR OHV TRAIL - H	0.1	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
SHALLOW FLATS TRAIL	0.1	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
SILVERMINE SPUR	0.1	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
WINDY BAY SHORELINE A	0.0	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes
EAGLE LAKE TRAIL	0.0	N/A	Yes	Yes	Yes

Historical Trends — Farmers

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	132	$24,438
2015	102	$26,406
2017	103	$24,083
2019	25	—
2023	137	—

Museums in Farmers

Name	Type	Address	Phone
BATH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	108 W MAIN ST
CLAYPOOL-YOUNG ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6067832221
ELLIOT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6067385001
KENTUCKY FOLK ART CENTER	ART MUSEUM		6067832204
ROWAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Farmers

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ROWAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	175 BEACON HILL DRIVE	180,165
MENIFEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	1585 MAIN STREET	42,478
BATH COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY	24 WEST MAIN STREET	40,024

Farmers Markets in Farmers

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bath County Farmers' Market	2914 East Highway 60	06/21/2013 to 10/31/2013	Tue: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;
Rowan County Farmers Market	City Park (corner of US 60 and Bridge Street)

Cell Towers in Farmers

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
4950 HIGHWAY 799 (76304)	GTOWER	113
(Morehead) 0.7 MI EAST OF I-64	GTOWER	113
MORT BOTTS ROAD (85243)	LTOWER	105
GODDARD SITE: 1 MI NE OF SR 32	TOWER	89
1158 COUNTY PARK ROAD (84346)	GTOWER	87
377 WHISPERING PINE (85240)	LTOWER	77
(Means) 377 WHISPERING PINE	LTOWER	77
(CAVE RUN LAKE SITE) 148 Dogwood Lane	LTOWER	60
148 Dogwood Lane (76303)	LTOWER	59
1470 SOUTH TOLLIVER ROAD (76292)	GTOWER	58

Bridges in Farmers

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1993	233	5,203	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1997	303	4,996	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1997	1,003	4,996	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1931	35	2,908	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1942	340	2,908	F
Culvert	Concrete	1933	33	1,150	F
Culvert	Concrete	1933	21	1,150	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1968	174	884	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1980	197	309	G
Culvert	Concrete	1958	31	176	G
Culvert	Concrete	1958	31	176	G
Culvert	Concrete	1951	31	175	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1955	114	165	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1999	56	106	F
Slab	Concrete	1992	22	35	G

Airports Near Farmers

26 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Julian Carroll Airport	—	Medium Airport
Alexander Salamon Airport	—	Small Airport
Berea-Richmond Airport	—	Small Airport
Brown County Airport	—	Small Airport
Clarks Field	—	Small Airport
Colby Airport	—	Small Airport
Cynthiana-Harrison County Airport	—	Small Airport
Fleming Mason Airport	—	Small Airport
Greater Portsmouth Regional Airport	PMH	Small Airport
Hisle Field	—	Small Airport
Jordan Hill Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Morehead-Rowan County Clyde A. Thomas Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Mount Sterling Montgomery County Airport	—	Small Airport
Mountain View Airfield	—	Small Airport
One Oak Airport	—	Small Airport
Pumpkin Field	—	Small Airport
Renick Field	—	Small Airport
Rogers International Airport	—	Small Airport
Sargents Field	—	Small Airport
Socks Flyers Airport	—	Small Airport
Soggy Bottom Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Stanton Airport	—	Small Airport
Utter Field	—	Small Airport
Weavers Run Airport	—	Small Airport
West Liberty Airport	—	Small Airport
Womstead Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Farmers

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Kentucky State Police - Post 8
Morehead Police Department

Grocery Stores in Farmers

3 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 11885	Other	55 KY Highway 801 N
Mama's Market	Convenience Store	500 Old US Highway 60
Morehead Truck Stop	Convenience Store	3333 Ky Highway 801 N

Treatment Centers in Farmers

10 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) - Hazel Hills	Substance Abuse	606-638-0938
Bath Outpatient Clinic - Mountain Comp	Substance Abuse	606-336-5093
Edgewater Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	606-462-3001
New Journey	Substance Abuse	606-462-3142
Pathways Inc - Bath County Outpatient	Both	606-329-8588 x4074
Pathways Inc - Menifee County Outpatient	Both	606-329-8588 x4074
Pathways Inc - Rowan County Outpatient	Both	606-329-8588 x4074
Revived Essence Recovery - Mountain Comprehensive Care (3.1)	Substance Abuse	606-548-5552
Revived Essence Recovery - Mountain Comprehensive Care (3.5)	Substance Abuse	606-548-5552
Saint Claire Medical Center - Behavioral Health Services	Both	606-783-6500 x6661

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Frequently Asked Questions About Farmers

What is the population of Farmers?

Farmers has a population of 137 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 137 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 41.6% female and 58.4% male.

Is Farmers expensive to live in?

Farmers is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median home value is $156,900 (44% below the U.S. median).

Is Farmers safe?

Farmers is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 58 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,235 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Farmers receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Farmers?

Farmers has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.8 inches, with 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Farmers?

The job market in Farmers is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $940. There are 808 business establishments in the area, including 57 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 38 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Farmers?

The median home value in Farmers is $156,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,170. The homeownership rate is 100.0%. The average annual property tax is $2,405.

How are the schools in Farmers?

Schools in Farmers score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 10.8% of adults in Farmers hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Farmers?

The obesity rate in Farmers is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.7% of adults are smokers. 29.9% are physically inactive. 97.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,554.

What is transportation like in Farmers?

The average commute in Farmers is 38 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Farmers?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Farmers is 85.4% White. 32% of residents speak only English at home, while 68% speak Spanish. 86.0% of the population are military veterans. 32.0% of residents have a disability. 64.0% have health insurance coverage.

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Economy 12/13

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Health 24/26

Crime & Safety 3/12

Climate & Environment 17/19

Community 14/14

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Historical Trends 3/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 14/32

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