Madisonville, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Hopkins County County
Madisonville, KY
At a Glance
How Madisonville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Madisonville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Madisonville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Madisonville residents earn a median household income of $56,902 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,915. The unemployment rate stands at 7.8% (117% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,209 business establishments, including 76 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Madisonville is $152,300 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $156,600. Median rent is $860/month, with 25.4% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Madisonville reports 104 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 612/100K.
Education
22.3% of adults in Madisonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 87.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Madisonville has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches.