Ludlow, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Hamilton County County
Ludlow, KY
At a Glance
How Ludlow Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ludlow's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ludlow a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ludlow residents earn a median household income of $58,295 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,420. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 27,215 business establishments, including 2,075 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ludlow is $154,700 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $210,609. Median rent is $1,115/month, with 22.6% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Ludlow reports 93 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,090/100K.
Education
34.2% of adults in Ludlow hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above the national average). 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ludlow has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches.