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Morehead, KY
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Morehead, KY
At a Glance
How Morehead Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Morehead's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Morehead a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Morehead residents earn a median household income of $35,000 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,215. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 808 business establishments, including 57 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Morehead is $176,300 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $182,193. Median rent is $791/month, with 35.6% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Morehead reports 90 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,146/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
31.2% of adults in Morehead hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below the national average). 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Morehead has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.