Leitchfield, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Grayson County County
Leitchfield, KY
At a Glance
How Leitchfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Leitchfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Leitchfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Leitchfield residents earn a median household income of $47,168 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,084. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 687 business establishments, including 36 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Leitchfield is $156,700 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $160,553. Median rent is $588/month, with 21.8% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Leitchfield reports 108 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 72% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,312/100K.
Education
10.9% of adults in Leitchfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 83.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Leitchfield has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches.