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Harrodsburg, KY
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Harrodsburg, KY
At a Glance
How Harrodsburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Harrodsburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Harrodsburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Harrodsburg residents earn a median household income of $46,821 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,591. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 586 business establishments, including 35 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Harrodsburg is $145,100 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $235,343. Median rent is $738/month, with 25.2% 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
Harrodsburg reports 106 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 72% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,352/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
18.6% of adults in Harrodsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Harrodsburg has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.