Hyden, KY
Kentucky · Leslie County
Hyden is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 445. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026
4.1
/5.0
A
Great
445
Population
342/sq mi density
$55,000
Median Income
$31,338 per capita
$102,400
Home Value
$79,161 Zillow
$376
Median Rent
29.4% income on rent
56°F
Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,400 home value, $376/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
46.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$102,400
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
46.9%
39% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$376
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
16.4%
32% higher than US avg
How Hyden Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population445
Median Age59.4 yrs
Density342/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans13.6%
Economy
C+Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$31,338
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$197M
Commute15 min
Housing
A+Home Value$102,400
Rent$376
Ownership54.4%
Zillow$79,161
Housing Units210
Rent Burden29.4%
Health
Obesity31.0%
Uninsured0.0%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Elevation1,318 ft (402 m)
Education
A+Bachelor's+46.9%
High School+76.6%
Graduate+10.1%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute15 min
Broadband96.2%
EV Stations2
Libraries2
Is Hyden a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hyden receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hyden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hyden is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hyden is $102,400, 64% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $376 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 46.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 76.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Hyden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow.
Hyden has a population of 445 with a density of 342 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 59.4 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 58.7% female and 41.3% male. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 8.5% Hispanic, 2.2% Black, 7.9% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.5% of residents, while 9.5% speak Spanish. 13.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 40.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
Population
445
Total Population
2023 Census
342
People / sq mi
59.4yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Hyden vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Hyden vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Hyden is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,338 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $841, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 178 business establishments, including 5 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Hyden vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,000 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,338 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $841 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,064 |
| Gini Index | 0.416 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.3% |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.4% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 178 |
| County GDP | $197M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,700 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 90.20 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.61% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.2% |
Walkability
The median home value in Hyden is $102,400, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $79,161, lower than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $376 (68% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 54.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 210 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $3,700. 29.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $102,400 |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $79,161 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $376 |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 29.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 54.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 45.6% |
| Housing Units | 210 |
| Median Year Built | 1976 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,700 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.61% |
In Hyden, 31.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 0.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,139. The dentist ratio is 1:5,047. 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.7 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Hyden vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Short Sleep | 42.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:5,139 |
| Dentists | 1:5,047 |
| Mental Health | 1:1,644 |
| Dental Visits | 47.7% |
| Premature Death | 16,777/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Hyden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,318 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,318 ft (402 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 342/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1568°N, 83.3758°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Leslie County County |
| Nearest Airport | Lake Cumberland Regional (SME) 69 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 31.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 78.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 10.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 4.5 in |
Hyden has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 34°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.3") and October the driest (2.6").
Hyden is located in Leslie County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 46.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 39% above the national average of 33.7%. 76.6% have completed high school. 10.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 89.7% of the vote, a 80.9-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 16 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.9% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 80.9 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Traffic Accidents | 2 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 3.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 46.9% |
| 39% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.6% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 10.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
A+
Education Grade (4.8/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro / Rural |
| Population Density | 342/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| County | Leslie County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 96.2% |
| Avg Download Speed | 38.7 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 6.9 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Retail Stores | 20 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 15.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.2% |
Average costs for common services in Hyden. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $226 ($135-$361) |
| Specialist Visit | $316 ($180-$496) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $180 ($90-$316) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,984 ($722-$4,510) |
| Dental Cleaning | $117 ($68-$180) |
| Dental Filling | $226 ($135-$361) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $41 ($23-$68) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $68 ($45-$108) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $271 ($135-$451) |
| Tire Rotation | $36 ($18-$68) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $541 ($361-$902) |
| Battery Replacement | $180 ($90-$316) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $90 ($54-$135) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $81 ($45-$126) |
| HVAC Repair | $361 ($135-$722) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,314 ($3,608-$10,824) |
| Roof Repair | $902 ($361-$1,804) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,118 ($4,961-$13,530) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,353 ($451-$3,157) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,530 ($4,510-$27,060) |
| DUI Defense | $4,510 ($1,804-$9,020) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,353 ($722-$2,706) |
| Will Preparation | $451 ($180-$902) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,255 ($902-$4,510) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $23 ($14-$41) |
| Women's Haircut | $50 ($27-$90) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $135 ($68-$226) |
| Manicure | $23 ($14-$41) |
| Pedicure | $36 ($23-$59) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $72 ($45-$117) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.70 ($2.71-$4.96) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.16 ($2.26-$4.51) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.43 ($2.26-$4.96) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.06 ($2.71-$5.86) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $4.96 ($3.61-$6.77) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.90 ($0.54-$1.62) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $126 ($72-$226) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $63 ($27-$135) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $63 ($36-$108) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $63 ($36-$90) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $59 ($27-$90) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $77 ($45-$135) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $180 ($68-$451) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,804 ($1,082-$3,157) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $63 ($27-$117) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.22-$23) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $90 ($27-$226) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $27 ($14-$68) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,082 ($541-$2,255) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $902 ($451-$1,804) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $361 ($180-$631) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $45 ($23-$90) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $902 ($361-$2,255) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,275 ($4,510-$27,060) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $54 ($27-$90) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $90 ($45-$180) |
| Dog Grooming | $54 ($27-$90) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $36 ($18-$68) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $271 ($135-$451) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $180 ($90-$361) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $491 |
| Toddler | $489 |
| Preschool | $489 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $348 |
| Toddler | $355 |
| Preschool | $355 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Leslie County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Trade | 171 | 20 | $28,191 | 1.08 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 62 | 3 | $20,233 | 0.43 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 21 | 9 | $32,320 | 0.19 |
| Unclassified | 1 | 1 | $39,052 | 0.45 |
Hospitals in Hyden
| Hospital | Type | CMS Rating | Emergency | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARY BRECKINRIDGE ARH HOSPITAL | Critical Access Hospitals | - | Yes | (606) 672-2901 |
Schools in Hyden
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Elementary | Elementary | 506 | 27 | 18.7:1 |
| Leslie County High School | High | 472 | 29 | 16.3:1 |
| Stinnett Elementary School | Elementary | 318 | 21 | 15.1:1 |
| W B Muncy Elementary School | Elementary | 238 | 13 | 18.3:1 |
| Hayes Lewis Elementary School | Elementary | 124 | 9 | 13.8:1 |
Radio Stations near Hyden
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Campgrounds Near Hyden
6 campgrounds found near Hyden.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARR CREEK LAKE SHELTERS | 4.9/5 | 8 | $60 |
| BUCKHORN CAMPGROUND | 4.6/5 | 37 | $14, $60 |
| LITTCARR CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 45 | $24, $30 |
| TRACE BRANCH CAMPGROUND | 4.2/5 | 29 | $24, $60 |
| Buckhorn Day Use | - | 3 | $30, $60 |
| Cave Springs (VA) | - | 1 | Free |
National Parks Near Hyden
27 national parks and monuments found near Hyden.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Big Ridge | State Park | Free |
| Big Ridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Cove Lake | State Park | Free |
| Cumberland Falls State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Cumberland Gap National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Davy Crockett Birthplace | State Park | Free |
| Dawkins Line Rail Trail | State Park | Free |
| Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site | State Park | Free |
| Fort Boonesborough State Park | State Park | Free |
| Indian Mountain | State Park | Free |
| Jenny Wiley State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Kingdom Come State Park | State Park | Free |
| Natural Bridge State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Natural Tunnel State Park | State Park | Free |
| Norris Dam | State Park | Free |
| Norris Dam State Park | State Park | Free |
| Paintsville Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Panther Creek | State Park | Free |
| Panther Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pine Mountain State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail | State Park | Free |
| Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park | State Park | Free |
| Southwest Virginia Museum State Park | State Park | Free |
| Warriors Path | State Park | Free |
| Wilderness Road State Park | State Park | Free |
| Yatesville Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Hyden
13 trails found near Hyden.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REDBIRD CREST | 70.6 | - | - | - | |
| GILBERT CK / ELISHA CK LOOP | 13.5 | - | - | - | |
| LEFT FORK OF ELISHA CREEK | 6.6 | - | - | - | |
| DANIEL BOONE TRAIL CONNECTOR | 5.1 | - | - | - | |
| STONE MOUNTAIN | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| PAYNE BRANCH | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CONTRARY CREEK | 0.8 | - | - | - | |
| STONE MOUNTAIN | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| STONE MOUNTAIN | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| STONE MOUNTAIN | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| WALLEN RIDGE | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| PAYNE BRANCH | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| STONE MOUNTAIN | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
Historical Trends - Hyden
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 361 | $18,125 |
| 2015 | 351 | $20,417 |
| 2017 | 343 | $31,250 |
| 2019 | 330 | $47,303 |
| 2021 | 272 | $83,074 |
| 2023 | 283 | $55,000 |
Museums in Hyden
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOBBY DAVIS MUSEUM | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 6064394325 |
Libraries in Hyden
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PERRY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 289 BLACK GOLD BOULEVARD | 0.0 | 146,059 | |||
| LESLIE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 22065 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 66,868 | |||
| OWSLEY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 185 NEW HIGHWAY 11 | 0.0 | 46,657 |
Farmers Markets in Hyden
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perry County Farmers Market | 683 Perry Park Road | 05/28/2016 to 10/15/2016 | Wed: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; |
Nursing Homes in Hyden
1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HYDEN HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER 21040 US HWY 421 SOUTH |
For profit - Corporation | 94 | 92 | 3/5 | - | 2/5 | 4/5 | 6066722940 |
Pharmacies in Hyden
3 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| HOMETOWN PHARMACY | 130 HIGHWAY 80 | 606-672-3084 |
| RITE AID - 2439 | 21287 HIGHWAY 421 | 606-672-3811 |
| THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY | 22044 MAIN STREET | 606-672-8705 |
Cell Towers in Hyden
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 2620 FOURSEAM BUFFALO ROAD (76349) | GTOWER | 156 |
| DAVIDSON FORK ROAD | TOWER | 99 |
| 2255 DAVIDSON FORK ROAD (76424) | GTOWER | 98 |
| Dogwood Ln (106520) | LTOWER | 94 |
| 1.4 M. SE OF ASHER ON US 421 | TOWER | 63 |
Fire Stations in Hyden
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coon Creek Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Inc. | 3197 Coon Creek RD | Volunteer | 606-279-2333 | ||
| Cutshin Volunteer Fire and Rescue | 100 Rescue LN | Volunteer | 606-275-0264 | ||
| Hyden-Leslie County Volunteer Fire Department | 122 Fire House LN | Volunteer | 606-672-6700 | ||
| Stinnett Fire and Rescue | 12909 HWY 421 | Volunteer | 606-374-3111 | ||
| Thousandsticks Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department | 1615 Bull Creek RD | Volunteer | 606-672-4911 | ||
| Wooton Volunteer Fire Department | 210 Cutshin RD | Volunteer | 606-279-2400 |
Bridges in Hyden
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 1973 | 44 | 5,265 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1973 | 836 | 5,265 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1974 | 35 | 5,265 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1974 | 20 | 5,265 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1973 | 54 | 5,265 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1974 | 29 | 3,744 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1973 | 51 | 3,701 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1973 | 43 | 3,701 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1973 | 20 | 3,701 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1937 | 24 | 2,823 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1937 | 36 | 2,823 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1938 | 27 | 2,823 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1960 | 278 | 2,360 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1932 | 75 | 2,176 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 2002 | 94 | 2,052 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1986 | 323 | 1,883 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1996 | 26 | 1,875 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1952 | 124 | 1,628 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1944 | 212 | 1,529 | F | |
| Culvert | Masonry | 1941 | 22 | 1,529 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2009 | 20 | 1,529 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2022 | 30 | 1,529 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1932 | 21 | 1,059 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 2012 | 107 | 914 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2021 | 25 | 914 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1946 | 60 | 745 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1933 | 54 | 592 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1977 | 74 | 562 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1977 | 74 | 557 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1959 | 29 | 428 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1956 | 51 | 379 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1957 | 51 | 379 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1957 | 186 | 367 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1957 | 51 | 367 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1965 | 262 | 338 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1960 | 33 | 327 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1960 | 41 | 327 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1970 | 31 | 300 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1940 | 31 | 298 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1949 | 37 | 252 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1949 | 37 | 252 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1940 | 70 | 235 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2017 | 36 | 214 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1970 | 28 | 200 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1974 | 171 | 176 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 26 | 174 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1977 | 30 | 165 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2022 | 32 | 165 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1983 | 31 | 150 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2020 | 92 | 131 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1973 | 256 | 124 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2009 | 22 | 110 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1975 | 105 | 110 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1987 | 85 | 109 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1988 | 162 | 107 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1978 | 344 | 107 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1988 | 224 | 107 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2020 | 94 | 103 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2003 | 70 | 100 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2019 | 52 | 95 | G | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel | 1995 | 100 | 94 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2023 | 104 | 94 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1980 | 97 | 91 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2017 | 24 | 88 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2022 | 34 | 88 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2022 | 44 | 88 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1940 | 44 | 88 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1983 | 23 | 78 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1984 | 42 | 69 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2019 | 66 | 66 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2022 | 63 | 64 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1940 | 30 | 63 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2020 | 59 | 63 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1985 | 70 | 56 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2022 | 32 | 55 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1977 | 38 | 50 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2020 | 67 | 49 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1940 | 28 | 40 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2022 | 44 | 32 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2022 | 81 | 30 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1940 | 53 | 29 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2011 | 200 | 27 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2020 | 66 | 24 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2016 | 82 | 22 | G | |
| Other | Other | 2022 | 69 | 17 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2015 | 28 | 12 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1980 | 31 | 5 | F |
Correctional Facilities in Hyden
| Name | Address | Type | Population | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LESLIE COUNTY DETENTION CENTER | 2125 STATE HWY 118 | COUNTY | 259 | 141 | OPEN |
Airports Near Hyden
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Julian Carroll Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| London-Corbin Airport/Magee Field | LOZ | Medium Airport |
| Big Sandy Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cantwell Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Darnell's Field | - | Small Airport |
| Darnell's Landings Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Duff Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hawkins County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| King Fisher Field | - | Small Airport |
| Lee County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Middlesboro-Bell County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| New Tazewell Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paintsville-Prestonsburg-Combs Field | - | Small Airport |
| Pumpkin Field | - | Small Airport |
| Rogers International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stanton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| TEC Field | - | Small Airport |
| Tucker Guthrie Memorial Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wendell H Ford Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Hyden
2 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Future Hazard Police Station | ||
| Hazard Police Department | 800 High Street |
Grocery Stores in Hyden
12 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Couch's Shell | Convenience Store | 21420 Highway 421 |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 0086 | Other | 21213 Highway 421 |
| Dollar General 19707 | Other | 123 Cutshin Rd |
| Family Dollar 969 | Other | HC 61 Box 2775 |
| Houchen's Save A Lot 417 | Supermarket | 92 Highway 80 |
| HYDEN DOUBLE KWIK 1038 | Convenience Store | 22380 Main St |
| Hyden Grocery | Grocery Store | 21400 Highway 421 |
| Hyden IGA | Grocery Store | 211224 HWY 421 |
| ONE STOP MARKET | Convenience Store | 14304 HWY 421 |
| ROBERTS MARKET | Convenience Store | 2645 HWY 406 |
| Vernon Collett Jr Grocery Inc. | Grocery Store | 10071 Highway 406 |
| Walgreens 17162 | Other | 21287 Highway 421 |
Treatment Centers in Hyden
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ARH Regional Medical Center - Psychiatric Center | Both | 606-439-6600 |
| Kentucky River Community Care - Leslie IOP | Substance Abuse | 606-672-4215 |
| Kentucky River Community Care - SAP Leslie | Substance Abuse | 606-672-4215 |
| Kentucky River Community Care Inc - Crossroads Crisis Services | Both | 800-262-7491 x7313 |
| Kentucky River Community Care Inc - Drug Court Services | Substance Abuse | 606-672-4215 |
| Kentucky River Community Care Inc - Leslie County Outpatient | Both | 606-672-4215 x4000 |
| Spero Health | Substance Abuse | 606-435-0888 |
DOL Wage Violations in Hyden
1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $49,445 in back wages owed to 19 employees.
1
Violations
$49,445
Back Wages Owed
19
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leslie County Detention Center | - | - | 41749 | - | 1 | $49,445 | $2,602 | 19 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hyden
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | PO BOX 1679 |
| CHURCH OF GOD | 33055 HIGHWAY 421 |
| CITY OF LIGHT WORSHIP CENTER | PO BOX 554 |
| CUTSHIN BIBLE CHURCH INCORPORATED | HC 64 BOX 137 |
| ESSIE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE CHURCH CORPORATION | 3399 HIGHWAY 406 |
| MOUNTAIN MINISTRIES INC | 555 WOODSON BRANCH ROAD |
| WOOTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | PO BOX 255 |
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Mines
156
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Historic Markers
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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines Near Hyden
156 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Hyden.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #15 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #4 Prep Plant | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| #7 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| 010 Salem 1500 B | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| 31 Prep Plant | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Aces Branch Mine #9 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Active) |
| Amber No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| American Natl Resources Mine #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Army Trail #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Auger Mine #11 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Auger Mine No30 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Austin Coal Inc #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Bear Branch | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Begley Resources #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Britton and Robbins Branch Impoundments | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (NonProducing) |
| C&C No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Calvary No 81 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Active) |
| Caney Branch Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Cardinal #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Chaney Creek #5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Coon Creek Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Crs No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Fossil Mining International Inc #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Glencoe Miners Mine #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Golden #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Howell Branch #36 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Hurricane Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Hyd No 5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Hyden Spur #16 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Jeanna Corp Mine #7 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| K-3 Surface Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| L & B #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Leeco Inc No 22 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Lena Coal Co #15 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Leslie #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Leslie Co #1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Leslie Co Surface #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Leslie County #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Leslie County Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Long Branch Road Job | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine #1 Little Sunshine Energies In | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #23 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #30 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine #6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 260 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 9 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Muncy Branch | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 101 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 14 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 22 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 34 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 4 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 44 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 45 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 48 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 51a | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 58 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 66 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 8 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Owls Nest Job #8 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Pickrick No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Red Bird Coal #2, LLC | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Robin Branch Surface Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Robins Branch Impoundment | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Rock Gap Coal Co | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Sovereign Washer | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Spruce Pine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Stinnett | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Straight Creek Mining Co #6 Job | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Surface Mine No 6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Surface No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Surface No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Thunder Ridge | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (NonProducing) |
| V & E Mining Co Surface #001 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Wet Rock No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Wolf Creek Surface #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Wooton Job #4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
Historic Markers Near Hyden
5 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Hyden.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Hurricane Creek Mine Disaster | Marker is on Wendover-Hurricane Creek Road, 1.4 miles south of Kentucky Highway 80, on the right when traveling south. |
| Leslie County | Marker is at the intersection of Dryhill Road (State Highway 257) and Main Street (State Highway 80), on the right when traveling south on Dryhill Road. |
| Mothers and Babies | Frontier Nursing. Marker is at the intersection of Dryhill Road (State Highway 257) and Main Street (State Highway 80), on the right when traveling south on Dryhill Road. |
| Sgt. Willie Sandlin | Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (State Highway 80) and Dryhill Road (State Highway 257), on the right when traveling west on Main Street. |
| Log Cabin, Pre-1800 | Marker is at the intersection of Queendale Center and Dorm Road, on the right when traveling north on Queendale Center. |
Haunted Places Near Hyden
2 reported haunted locations found near Hyden.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Hendover | tugs point - you hear horses and wagons coming down the river. hooves and guns. |
| Wotton | W.B. Muncy school - Ghost from the grave yard above the school. and also a ghost from the hills behind the school. a man working in the log woods lost his head and he walks the grounds of the school in the fall trying to find it . |
UFO Sightings Near Hyden
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Hyden.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Wooten, KY | 2007 | Triangular, four white lights. There was one flashing red light in the middle with a red flashing light |
Frequently Asked Questions About Hyden
What is the population of Hyden?
Hyden has a population of 445 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 342 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 58.7% female and 41.3% male.
Is Hyden expensive to live in?
Hyden is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $102,400 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $376 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Hyden?
Hyden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.0 inches, with 8.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Hyden?
The job market in Hyden faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $841. There are 178 business establishments in the area, including 5 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 7.2% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Hyden?
The median home value in Hyden is $102,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $79,161. For renters, the median monthly rent is $376. Fair market rent is $794 for a 1-bedroom and $984 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 54.4%. The average annual property tax is $3,700.
How are the schools in Hyden?
Schools in Hyden score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 46.9% of adults in Hyden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 76.6% have completed high school. 10.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Hyden?
The obesity rate in Hyden is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,139.
What is transportation like in Hyden?
The average commute in Hyden is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.2% work from home.
What are the demographics of Hyden?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Hyden is 82.9% White, 2.2% Black or African American, 8.5% Hispanic or Latino, 7.9% Asian. 91.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.5% speak Spanish. 13.6% of the population are military veterans. 40.2% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
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