Grayson, KY

Kentucky · Boyd County · Huntington-Ashland Metro

Grayson is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 3,820. Residents earn $28,548 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.4 /5.0

C Fair

3,820 Population 1,374/sq mi density

$28,548 Median Income $19,549 per capita

$125,600 Home Value $172,728 Zillow

$632 Median Rent 33.5% income on rent

54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr

127 Violent Crime/100K 1,861 property/100K

Overall

2.4 / 5.0

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

Economy

2.1 / 5.0

$28,548 median income, 4.0% unemployment

Affordability

4.2 / 5.0

$125,600 home value, $632/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

127 violent crimes/100K (66% below avg)

Education

2.2 / 5.0

15.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $28,548

62% lower than US avg

Home Value $125,600

55% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 127/100K

66% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.4%

54% lower than US avg

Median Rent $632

46% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.0%

3% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.0%

11% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 36.9%

198% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,820

Median Age33.6 yrs

Density1,374/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans2.9%

Economy

Median Income$28,548

Per Capita$19,549

Unemployment4.0%

Poverty36.9%

County GDP$3,758M

Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$125,600

Rent$632

Ownership42.3%

Zillow$172,728

Housing Units1,804

Rent Burden33.5%

Crime

Violent127/100K

Property1,861/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault51/100K

Burglary382/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain46.1 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation577 ft (176 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.4%

High School+83.2%

Graduate+8.0%

School Score5.61

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%

Commute24 min

Broadband74.7%

EV Stations3

Libraries3

Is Grayson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grayson receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Grayson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grayson is $28,548, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 36.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grayson is $125,600, 55% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $632 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Grayson is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 127 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,861 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Grayson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Grayson has a population of 3,820 with a density of 1,374 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 2.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.6% of residents. 2.9% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 18.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,820

Total Population

1,374

People / sq mi

33.6yrs

Median Age

14% below US avg

2.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%

Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Grayson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.6%

26% above US avg

Spanish 1.4%

90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grayson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grayson is $28,548, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,549 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,139, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,796 business establishments, including 131 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 3.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grayson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$28,548
	62% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$19,549
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,139
IRS Avg AGI	$63,553
Gini Index	0.463 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.0%
	11% above US avg
Poverty Rate	36.9%
	198% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,796
County GDP	$3,758M

Business (County)

Restaurants	131
Healthcare	156
Retail	223
Manufacturing	38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,902
	11% above US avg
Cost of Living	90.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.8 min
Drive Alone	67.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Grayson is $125,600, 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $172,728, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 91.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $632 (46% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $712 for a one-bedroom to $866 for a two-bedroom apartment. 42.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,804 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $3,902. 33.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$125,600
	55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$172,728
Median List Price	$130,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$130,000
$/Sq Ft	$122
Homes Sold	3
Sale-to-List Ratio	91.4%
Price Drops	22.2%
Inventory	9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$632
	46% below US avg
Rent Burden	33.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$708
1 Bedroom	$712
2 Bedrooms	$866
3 Bedrooms	$1,200
4 Bedrooms	$1,209

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	42.3%
Owner-Occupied	42.3%
Renter-Occupied	57.7%
Housing Units	1,804
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,902
	11% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.11%

In Grayson, 31.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:998. The dentist ratio is 1:1,375. 64.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.0%
	3% below US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health


Short Sleep	41.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.4%

Primary Care	1:998
Dentists	1:1,375
Mental Health	1:128
Dental Visits	51.0%
Premature Death	13,628/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.3/10
Exercise Access	64.2%
Healthcare Facilities	156

Grayson has a violent crime rate of 127 per 100,000 residents, 66% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 51.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 76.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,861 per 100,000, 5% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,300, burglary at 382, vehicle theft at 178 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Grayson receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	127.5/100K
	66% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	76.5/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	51.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,860.8/100K
	5% below US avg
Burglary	382.4/100K
Theft	1,300.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	178.4/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
Traffic Accidents	21
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Grayson experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 293 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 46.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 577 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	54.0°F
	0% below US avg
January Average	32°F (0°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	577 ft (176 m)
Area	2.8 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density	1,374/sq mi
Coordinates	38.3339°N, 82.9358°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Boyd County County
Nearest Airport	Greater Portsmouth Regional (PMH) 35 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.1"

21% above US avg

Snowfall 18.1"

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.72"

Driest Month (Oct) 2.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0465 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	9.0 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.60 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	74.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	58.8 / 100
Community Resilience	58.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.1 on Feb 3, 2025.

Nov 10, 2012	6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky	M4.2	133 km
Feb 19, 1995	8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio	M3.6	99 km
Nov 20, 2013	2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio	M3.5	139 km
Apr 24, 2009	7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio	M3.4	84 km
May 24, 2017	1 km S of McArthur, Ohio	M3.4	107 km
Sep 8, 1990	5 km N of Owingsville, Kentucky	M3.3	74 km
Nov 8, 1990	5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky	M3.2	137 km
Feb 3, 2025	2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio	M3.1	72 km
Jun 28, 1991	4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia	M3.0	140 km
Apr 25, 2020	2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky	M2.9	42 km
Mar 17, 1999	2 km NNE of Ripley, Ohio	M2.8	91 km
May 6, 2002	3 km SE of Racine, Ohio	M2.8	114 km
Jun 21, 2017	1 km SW of Pratt, West Virginia	M2.7	135 km
May 11, 2015	5 km ESE of Maysville, Kentucky	M2.6	73 km
Jul 23, 2013	6 km NNE of Germantown, Kentucky	M2.6	97 km
Oct 2, 1998	10 km NE of Sylvester, West Virginia	M2.6	132 km
Feb 11, 2015	8 km SE of Richmond Dale, Ohio	M2.6	92 km
Jun 6, 2014	13 km NNE of Sissonville, West Virginia	M2.6	123 km
Mar 8, 2016	0 km N of Thurman, Ohio	M2.6	76 km
Mar 16, 2012	7 km SE of Alum Creek, West Virginia	M2.6	104 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

179 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 21 fatalities, 332 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 23, 1968	EF5	42 km	7
Mar 2, 2012	EF3	76 km	10
Mar 2, 2012	EF3	76 km	2
May 10, 2003	EF3	75 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	79 km	1
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	92 km	0
Apr 23, 1968	EF3	43 km	0
May 7, 1967	EF3	73 km	0
Apr 8, 1965	EF3	25 km	0
Apr 8, 1965	EF3	60 km	0
Apr 2, 2024	EF2	86 km	0
Apr 2, 2024	EF2	16 km	0
Apr 2, 2024	EF2	99 km	0
Jul 4, 2016	EF2	37 km	0
Mar 2, 2012	EF2	73 km	1
Feb 29, 2012	EF2	64 km	0
May 8, 2002	EF2	78 km	0
Jun 15, 2000	EF2	66 km	0
May 18, 1995	EF2	54 km	0
Mar 10, 1986	EF2	89 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (66,345 ac, 1987).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1987	UNNAMED	66,345	100 km
1987	BRUSHY	61,231	84 km
1987	UNNAMED	38,312	71 km
1991	JENNINGS CREEK	29,308	73 km
1987	UNNAMED	27,317	89 km
1987	UNNAMED	21,562	53 km
1987	UNNAMED	20,994	61 km
1999	UNNAMED	17,759	95 km
1987	UNNAMED	14,554	71 km
1991	UNNAMED	14,264	84 km
1987	UNNAMED	13,124	81 km
1991	ROCK HOUSE BRANCH	13,056	87 km
1987	UNNAMED	10,817	80 km
1991	UNNAMED	10,183	65 km
1995	UNNAMED	10,148	75 km
1999	UNNAMED	9,384	99 km
1991	CANE ROCK	9,017	92 km
2001	UNNAMED	8,287	75 km
1994	UNNAMED	8,123	97 km
1987	UNNAMED	7,281	63 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	32°F (0°C)	2.9 in	Coldest
February	35°F (1°C)	3.0 in
March	44°F (7°C)	3.7 in
April	53°F (12°C)	3.6 in
May	62°F (17°C)	4.4 in
June	70°F (21°C)	3.9 in
July	75°F (24°C)	4.7 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	73°F (23°C)	3.9 in
September	67°F (19°C)	2.9 in
October	55°F (13°C)	2.9 in	Driest
November	45°F (7°C)	3.2 in
December	36°F (2°C)	3.5 in

Grayson has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 32°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and October the driest (2.9").

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Grayson is located in Boyd County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 15.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68.6% of the vote, a 38.5-point margin. 74.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 156 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 67.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.6%

D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
Traffic Accidents	21
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.4%
	54% below US avg
High School+	83.2%
Graduate Degree+	8.0%
School Test Score	5.61

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,374/sq mi
Total Area	2.8 sq mi
County	Boyd County County

Services

Broadband Access	74.7%
Avg Download Speed	150.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	21.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	156
Restaurants	131
Retail Stores	223

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.8 min
Drive Alone	67.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.4%

Average costs for common services in Grayson. 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	$359
Toddler	$359
Preschool	$359

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Boyd County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	7,469	350	$68,314	2.00
Retail Trade	3,228	262	$33,857	1.24
Accommodation & Food Services	2,759	138	$21,196	1.17
Construction	1,522	143	$71,064	1.12
Manufacturing	1,370	62	$121,179	0.64
Administrative & Waste Services	1,103	102	$47,406	0.72
Professional & Technical Services	946	168	$83,037	0.52
Transportation & Warehousing	907	43	$87,261	0.82
Finance & Insurance	641	86	$67,216	0.61
Other Services	626	122	$45,500	0.80
Wholesale Trade	599	80	$75,175	0.58
Arts & Entertainment	429	21	$25,736	0.98
Information & Technology	213	37	$73,650	0.44
Management of Companies	203	12	$45,214	0.46
Utilities	195	10	$130,589	1.97
Real Estate	184	56	$53,927	0.46
Educational Services	54	16	$30,705	0.10
Unclassified	45	9	$22,576	1.24

Colleges & Universities in Grayson

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Kentucky Christian University	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	759	62.4%	$25,000	$25,000

Schools in Grayson

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
East Carter County High School	High	729	39	18.7:1
Prichard Elementary School	Elementary	635	37	17.2:1
East Carter Middle School	Middle	505	30	16.8:1
Heritage Elementary School	Elementary	349	21	16.6:1
Carter City Elementary School	Elementary	144	10	14.4:1

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Radio Stations near Grayson

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Big Buck Country 98.1	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
Borderline Radio	country music, news talk	AAC 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Grayson

4 campgrounds found near Grayson.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
IRON RIDGE - LAKE VESUVIUS	4.3/5	32	$15–$20
OAK HILL - LAKE VESUVIUS	4.2/5	32	$20
GRAYSON LAKE DAMSITE SHELTERS	4.1/5	4	$85
LAKE VESUVIUS RECREATION AREA	3.4/5	3	$35–$52

National Parks Near Grayson

19 national parks and monuments found near Grayson.

Park	Type	Fee
Adams Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Beech Fork State Park	State Park	Free
Carter Caves State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Chief Logan State Park	State Park	Free
Dawkins Line Rail Trail	State Park	Free
Grayson Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Greenbo Lake State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Hopewell Culture National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Jackson Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Lake Alma 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
Pike Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Fork State Park	State Park	Free
Shawnee State Park	State Park	Free
Tu-Endie-Wei State Park	State Park	Free
Yatesville Lake State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Grayson

66 trails found near Grayson.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
VESUVIUS MAIN LOOP	29.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HANGING ROCK LOOP	11.9	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
SUPERIOR CORRIDOR	8.7	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
WOLCOTT TRAIL	7.6	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
BACKPACK TRAIL	7.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LAKE SHORE TRAIL	7.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACKPACK TRAIL	5.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POWERLINE TRAIL	4.2	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
LYRA TRAIL	4.2	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
SCHOOL HOUSE LOOP	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TELEGRAPH TRAIL	3.0	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
KIMBLE LOOP	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BACKPACK TRAIL	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KIMBLE LOOP	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
COPPERHEAD TRAIL	2.7	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
BEAR TOP LOOP	2.5	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
SYMMES CREEK TRAIL NORTH	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SYMMES CREEK TRAIL SOUTH	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LAKEVIEW OHV TRAIL	1.9	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
BEAR CLAW TRAIL	1.9	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEAN STATE CONNECTOR	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GAS WELL LOOP	1.7	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRIZZLY TRAIL	1.7	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
MARTINS BRANCH	1.7		—	—	—
PADDLE CREEK LOOP	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RIDGE LOOP	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PADDLE CREEK LOOP	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ALDRIDGE CONNECTOR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DEAN STATE CONNECTOR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
VESUVIUS CONNECTOR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WOLCOTT LOOP	0.8	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
WOLCOTT CONNECTOR	0.7	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
COAL BRANCH LOOP	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OAK SPUR TRAIL	0.7	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
HILL LOOP	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
COAL BRANCH LOOP	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WHISKEY RUN TRAIL	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAWMILL TRAIL	0.7	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
COAL BRANCH LOOP	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OLD BEACH TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ADDIS MINE TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LONGBOW ARCHERY TRAIL	0.6	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BALANCING ROCK TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
PINE CUTOFF TRAIL	0.5	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOWARD RIDGE CONNECTOR	0.5	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
SCARLET OAK TRAIL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HUNGRY HOLLOW CONNECTOR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SYMMES CREEK CONNECTOR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK HOUSE TRAIL	0.4	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
105B CONNECTOR	0.3	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLACK OAK TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GAS WELL CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILD BERRY TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
KIMBLE LOOP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RIDGE LOOP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BOTANY TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PADDLE CREEK CONNECTOR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LONGBOW ACCESSIBLE SPUR	0.2	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WHITE OAK TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BALANCING ROCK CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HANGING ROCK TRAILH CONNECTOR	0.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
BALANCING ROCK CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SANDHILL CONNECTOR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BALANCING ROCK CONNECTOR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIDGE LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Historical Trends — Grayson

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

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	4,098	$34,855
2015	4,018	$34,357
2017	3,973	$31,105
2019	3,868	$29,554
2021	3,710	$26,298
2023	3,777	$28,548

Museums in Grayson

Name	Type	Address	Annual Revenue
OLIVE HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		$415,756
GREENUP COUNTY WAR MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	ROUTE 23	$11,364
HITCHINS PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORY MUSEUM		$10,000
CARTER COUNTY OLD TIME MACHINERY AND ANTIQUE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Grayson

Name	Address	Annual Visits
GREENUP COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	508 MAIN STREET	133,837
CARTER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	120 COMET DRIVE	16,471
ELLIOTT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	400 MAIN STREET	15,600

Farmers Markets in Grayson

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Boyd County Farmers Market	7404 US Route 60
Carter County Farmers Market	94 Fairground Drive
Elliott County Farmers Market	Elliott County Extension Office

Hotels in Grayson

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn by Wyndham Grayson

SureStay

Restaurants in Grayson

10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe 1947

China House

El Mixteco Mexican Bar & Grill Grayson

Giovanni's Pizza

Huddle House

Melini Cuicina

Mexican Restaurant

Pizza Hut

The Hog's Trough

Tres Hermanos Nunez

Cafes in Grayson

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Espresso Cafe

Sweet Life

Clinics in Grayson

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fresenius Kidney Care

Grayson Health Park

Dentists in Grayson

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #544010060

US #765293485

Veterinaries in Grayson

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

All Creatures Veterinary Care

Bluegrass Animal Clinic

Gas Stations in Grayson

15 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arco

Exxon

Love's

Marathon

Shell

Speedway

Sunoco

Super Quik

Banks in Grayson

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commercial Bank Branch

First Commercial Bank of Grayson

First National Bank

Gyms in Grayson

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

4 U Fitness

McKenzie Student Life Center

US #544010061

Nursing Homes in Grayson

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
CARTER NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER 250 MCDAVID BLVD	For profit - Corporation	120	106	3/5	—	3/5	3/5	6064747835

Pharmacies in Grayson

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
GRAYSON FAMILY DRUG	131 SOUTH CAROL MALONE BOULEVARD	606-475-0232
HORTON BROTHERS AND BROWN HEALTH MART PHARMACY	128 EAST MAIN STREET	606-474-5655
KMART	600 CW STEVENS BOULEVARD	606-474-8859
RITE AID - 1743	100 SOUTH CAROL MALONE BOULEVARD	606-474-4470

Cell Towers in Grayson

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
5500' WSW OF I/S I-64 & U.S. ROUTE 60 (Rose Lake)	TOWER	111
(Olive Hill site) 299 Shannon Drive	TOWER	96
242 Frontage Road (100615)	LTOWER	96
(I 64 site) 682 Old Wilson Creek Road	TOWER	91
OFF US RT 23 GREEN HILLS .80 KM W	TOWER	80
14888 State Route 7 (15131)	GTOWER	72
801 HWY 32 (76328)	LTOWER	59

Fire Stations in Grayson

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Grayson Fire Department	316 E 3rd ST	Volunteer			606-474-5444

Bridges in Grayson

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1999	358	20,432	F
Culvert	Concrete	1967	29	15,446	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1971	357	10,216	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1971	357	10,216	F
Culvert	Concrete	1971	41	10,216	F
Culvert	Concrete	1971	34	10,216	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1949	318	8,441	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1971	306	7,903	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1971	245	7,903	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1967	144	7,723	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1967	144	7,723	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1969	159	7,723	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1969	159	7,723	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1972	100	7,619	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	2001	247	7,619	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1999	441	5,079	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1975	331	4,323	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1975	213	4,323	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1991	183	3,807	F
Culvert	Concrete	1929	26	3,587	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1957	212	3,587	F
Culvert	Concrete	1951	27	3,315	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2016	95	3,315	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	294	3,232	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	698	3,232	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1991	283	3,043	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1991	253	3,043	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	1992	208	2,982	F
Culvert	Concrete	2003	21	2,982	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2003	110	2,865	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1968	144	2,771	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	561	2,396	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1970	46	2,156	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1969	326	2,092	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1969	129	2,092	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2021	225	1,999	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2021	274	1,999	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1953	144	1,897	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1962	144	1,897	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1962	205	1,897	P
Tee Beam	Concrete	1962	205	1,897	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1961	150	1,897	P
Culvert	Concrete	1967	28	1,824	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1962	144	1,640	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1961	144	1,640	P
Tee Beam	Concrete	1965	129	1,640	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1978	24	1,348	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1963	175	1,043	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1940	99	1,022	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2020	82	1,022	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1934	48	972	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1953	265	972	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1941	132	820	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1941	129	820	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1940	66	816	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1962	144	779	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2019	40	776	G
Culvert	Concrete	1940	21	693	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1940	130	693	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2010	122	593	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1970	39	529	F
Culvert	Concrete	1935	24	527	F
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2018	26	480	G
Culvert	Concrete	1933	46	457	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1950	206	457	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1901	29	447	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1995	65	440	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1971	204	239	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1979	41	239	F
Culvert	Concrete	1950	32	239	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2013	132	220	G
Culvert	Concrete	1950	31	193	F
Culvert	Concrete	1976	39	193	F
Culvert	Concrete	1930	21	179	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1930	74	179	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1930	73	179	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1990	56	179	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1989	240	178	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	110	151	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1984	63	131	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	683	131	G
Culvert	Concrete	2010	37	131	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	40	127	G
Slab	Concrete	1955	33	120	P
Tee Beam	Concrete	1955	23	120	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1950	109	120	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1984	109	114	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1963	116	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1971	206	97	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1971	184	97	G
Culvert	Concrete	1971	30	97	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1868	157	94	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2009	44	88	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1951	114	87	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2004	42	85	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	58	61	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2013	47	58	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	36	54	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2021	30	50	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2002	30	47	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2010	23	47	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1994	42	45	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	30	44	G
Slab	Concrete	2012	25	40	G
Culvert	Other	2017	32	40	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2016	40	40	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1994	54	38	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1984	222	33	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2010	23	32	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	40	30	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2008	36	16	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2005	32	10	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2017	39	10	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2014	30	7	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2002	30	5	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2013	29	5	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2013	26	5	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2004	31	2	F

Correctional Facilities in Grayson

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
CARTER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER	13 CROSSBAR RD	COUNTY	239	144	OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Grayson

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
DUKE ENERGY HANGING ROCK II LLC	1395 COUNTY RD 1A	LAWRENCE
HANGING ROCK POWER COMPANY, LLC	1395 COUNTY RD 1A	LAWRENCE
KENTUCKY ELECTRIC STEEL COMPANY	2704 S BIG RUN RD	BOYD

Airports Near Grayson

21 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Julian Carroll Airport	—	Medium Airport
Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson Field	HTS	Medium Airport
Alexander Salamon Airport	—	Small Airport
Ashland Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Sandy Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Clarks Field	—	Small Airport
Gayland Airport	—	Small Airport
Greater Portsmouth Regional Airport	PMH	Small Airport
Hidden Quarry Airport	—	Small Airport
James A Rhodes Airport	—	Small Airport
Lawrence County Airpark	HTW	Small Airport
Lewis Airport	—	Small Airport
Morehead-Rowan County Clyde A. Thomas Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Ona Airpark	—	Small Airport
Paintsville-Prestonsburg-Combs Field	—	Small Airport
Robert Newlon Field	—	Small Airport
Russ Airport	—	Small Airport
Sargents Field	—	Small Airport
Sword Flight Park Ultralight	—	Small Airport
West Liberty Airport	—	Small Airport
Womstead Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Grayson

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Grayson Police Department

Grocery Stores in Grayson

28 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Aw Meat House	Farmers and Markets	494 Logtown Rd
Carter Mart	Convenience Store	599 N Carol Malone Blvd
Clark's Pump-n-Shop 52	Convenience Store	311 N Carol Malone Blvd
DOLLAR GENERAL 10557	Other	364 CW Stevens Blvd
DOLLAR GENERAL 18843	Other	3705 S Highway 1
Dollar General 23346	Other	1710 E US Highway 60
Dollar General 24187	Other	27 Chicken Coop Rd
Dollar General 4060	Other	420 S Carol Malone Blvd
Dollar Tree 381	Other	310 State Highway 1947
Family Dollar 12381	Other	8739 South State HWY 1
Family Dollar 804	Other	503 N Carol Malone Blvd
Hitchins Food Mart	Convenience Store	3686 S State
HOUCHENS SAVE A LOT 242	Supermarket	584 SR 1947
JNG Mart LLC	Convenience Store	1051 N State Highway 7
Lake Tiger Mart 15	Convenience Store	178 S Carol Malone Blvd
Lakeway Express	Convenience Store	1103 S State Highway 7
Love's Travel Stop 418	Convenience Store	750 N Carol Malone Blvd
Quality Mart	Convenience Store	850 N Carol Malone Blvd
Quality Mart #2	Convenience Store	607 E Main St
RALPH'S FOOD FAIR	Super Store	630 N Carol Malone Blvd
SPEEDWAY 9510	Convenience Store	851 N Carol Malone Blvd
SUPER QUIK FOOD STORE 008	Convenience Store	960 N Carol Malone Blvd
T & T Outdoors	Convenience Store	4609 S State Highway 7
Valley Of Hope Farms	Farmers and Markets	866 Joe Br
Walgreens 19971	Other	100 S Carol Malone Blvd
Webb's Country Market	Convenience Store	24165 State Route 7
Wells Farms	Farmers and Markets	2633 South State Highway 1
Zip Zone Express 8	Convenience Store	608 N Carol Malone Blvd

Treatment Centers in Grayson

7 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Family Medical Centers - Ironton Lawrence County Area Community	Both	740-532-3534
Grayson Integrated Clinic - Mountain Comp	Substance Abuse	606-475-0031
Pathways Inc - Carter County Outpatient	Both	606-329-8588 x4074
Pathways Inc - Greenup County Outpatient	Both	606-329-8588 x4074
Pathways Inc - Journey House	Substance Abuse	606-329-8588 x4074
Russell IOP - Mountain Comp	Substance Abuse	606-833-2583
TPC Wellness	Substance Abuse	740-479-8968

DOL Wage Violations in Grayson

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $9,042 in back wages owed to 34 employees.

Violations

$9,042

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Huddle House	—	—	41143	—	1	$6,225	$296	21
Grayson Physical Therapy	—	—	41143	—	1	$1,895	$316	6
Community Presence, Inc.	—	—	41143	—	1	$922	$132	7

Churches & Religious Organizations in Grayson

17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHAPLAINCY ENDORSEMENT COMMISSION OF THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH AND	PO BOX 744
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY	US 60 E
FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE OF GRAYSON INC	PO BOX 664
FOUNDATION CHURCH	1311 CHERRY TREE LN
FREDERICK MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 634
GLAD TIDINGS MEDITERRANEAN INC	PO BOX 305
GOSPEL OUTREACH INC	3648 STATE HIGHWAY 773
GRACE BIBLE CHURCH INC	PO BOX 4
GRAYSON APOSTOLIC CHURCH INC	PO BOX 220
HITCHINS WESLEYAN CHURCH	PO BOX 97
NEW BEGINNINGS ASSEMBLY OF GOD	194 PROMISE LAND DR
OAK GROVE CHURCH OF CHRIST	1525 DAMRON BR
REDEMPTION CHURCH	1915 S STATE HIGHWAY 1
SECOND MILE INTERNATIONAL INC	PO BOX 686
TRACE WESLEYAN CHURCH	298 MENIFEE RD
WILLARD WESLEYAN CHURCH	PO BOX 99
WINGS OF FAITH CHRISTIAN CENTER INC	PO BOX 521

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grayson

What is the population of Grayson?

Grayson has a population of 3,820 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 1,374 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Grayson expensive to live in?

Grayson is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $28,548, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,600 (55% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $632 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Grayson safe?

Grayson is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 127 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,861 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Grayson receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Grayson?

Grayson has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches, with 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Grayson?

Grayson has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,139. There are 1,796 business establishments in the area, including 131 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 3.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Grayson?

The median home value in Grayson is $125,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $172,728. For renters, the median monthly rent is $632. Fair market rent is $712 for a 1-bedroom and $866 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 42.3%. The average annual property tax is $3,902.

How are the schools in Grayson?

Schools in Grayson score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.4% of adults in Grayson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Grayson?

The obesity rate in Grayson is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 64.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:998.

What is transportation like in Grayson?

The average commute in Grayson is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 67.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Grayson?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grayson is 93.1% White, 2.2% Black or African American. 98.6% of residents speak only English at home. 2.9% of the population are military veterans. 18.3% of residents have a disability. 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

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City Guide — Grayson

Overview 11/11

People 10/10

Economy 13/13

Housing 13/17

Health 10/26

Crime & Safety 12/12

Climate & Environment 17/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

Historical Trends 3/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 22/32

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