La Center, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · McCracken County County
La Center, KY
At a Glance
How La Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows La Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is La Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
La Center residents earn a median household income of $53,056 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,653. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,900 business establishments, including 227 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in La Center is $88,600 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $134,988. Median rent is $928/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 1971.
Education
18.5% of adults in La Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 86.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
La Center has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.