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Hindman, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Knott County County
Hindman, KY
At a Glance
How Hindman Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hindman's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hindman a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hindman residents earn a median household income of $23,750 , which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,544. The unemployment rate stands at 0.4% (89% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 48.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 312 business establishments, including 8 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hindman is $144,000 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $85,086. Median rent is $475/month, with 32.3% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Hindman reports 244 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 36% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 244/100K.
Education
24.5% of adults in Hindman hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 65.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hindman has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.