Ferguson, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Pulaski County County
Ferguson, KY
At a Glance
How Ferguson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ferguson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ferguson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ferguson residents earn a median household income of $33,981 , which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,311. The unemployment rate stands at 10.2% (183% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,166 business establishments, including 106 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ferguson is $115,000 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $157,803. Median rent is $678/month, with 27.5% 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
Ferguson reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 462/100K.
Education
10.0% of adults in Ferguson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 71.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ferguson has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.