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Island, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · McLean County County
Island, KY
At a Glance
How Island Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Island a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Island residents earn a median household income of $48,875 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,136. The unemployment rate stands at 7.8% (117% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 248 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Island is $72,100 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $133,200. Median rent is $916/month, with 19.0% 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 1980.
Safety & Crime
Island reports 153 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 60% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,020/100K.
Education
8.2% of adults in Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below the national average). 90.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Island has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.