Mayfield, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Graves County County
Mayfield, KY
At a Glance
How Mayfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mayfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mayfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mayfield residents earn a median household income of $41,458 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,759. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,042 business establishments, including 49 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mayfield is $114,400 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $163,165. Median rent is $598/month, with 32.2% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Mayfield reports 197 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,922/100K.
Education
22.0% of adults in Mayfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 89.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mayfield has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches.