Louisa, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Lawrence County County
Louisa, KY
At a Glance
How Louisa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Louisa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Louisa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Louisa residents earn a median household income of $41,250 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,580. The unemployment rate stands at 8.0% (122% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 353 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Louisa is $144,900 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $150,574. Median rent is $444/month, with 30.0% 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 1981.
Safety & Crime
Louisa reports 156 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 936/100K.
Education
20.1% of adults in Louisa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 84.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Louisa has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches.