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Hardin, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Marshall County County
Hardin, KY
At a Glance
How Hardin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hardin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hardin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hardin residents earn a median household income of $29,688 , which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,376. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 49.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,051 business establishments, including 74 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hardin is $91,000 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $145,541. Median rent is $559/month, with 24.5% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Hardin reports 92 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,991/100K.
Education
5.6% of adults in Hardin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below the national average). 82.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hardin has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.