Ledbetter, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · McCracken County County
Ledbetter, KY
At a Glance
How Ledbetter Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ledbetter's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ledbetter a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ledbetter residents earn a median household income of $62,798 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,777. The unemployment rate stands at 10.2% (183% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.5% 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 Ledbetter is $115,000 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $171,402. Median rent is $1,116/month, with 43.2% 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 1977.
Education
7.9% of adults in Ledbetter hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 89.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ledbetter has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.