Guthrie, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Todd County County
Guthrie, KY
At a Glance
How Guthrie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Guthrie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Guthrie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Guthrie residents earn a median household income of $34,803 , which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,108. The unemployment rate stands at 15.0% (317% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 323 business establishments, including 11 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Guthrie is $122,200 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $191,336. Median rent is $827/month, with 33.3% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
Guthrie reports 150 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 750/100K.
Education
8.4% of adults in Guthrie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 76.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Guthrie 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 47.2 inches.