Horse Cave, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Hart County County
Horse Cave, KY
At a Glance
How Horse Cave Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Horse Cave's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Horse Cave a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Horse Cave residents earn a median household income of $51,927 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,472. The unemployment rate stands at 7.5% (108% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 417 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Horse Cave is $93,600 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $176,524. Median rent is $646/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
Horse Cave reports 88 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 264/100K.
Education
9.4% of adults in Horse Cave hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 84.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Horse Cave has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.9 inches.